Hosted in Germany (EU)
GDPR-first infrastructure by Hetzner.
Why developers switch from App Platform
The same convenience — hosted in Europe and priced for startups.
Docker & Git Deploys
Push your image or repo — no YAML required.
Built-in Databases
MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis — ready instantly.
Private Networking
Per-project isolation and internal DNS.
Predictable Pricing
Flat-rate plans — no bandwidth billing.
Free Tier Available
Try PostgreSQL and Redis for free.
Hostim.dev vs. DigitalOcean App Platform
The same developer simplicity — fully EU-hosted.
| Feature | Hostim.dev | DO App Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Region | 🇩🇪 Germany (EU) | 🌍 US / Global |
| Dockerfile Support | ✅ Native | ✅ Native |
| Databases | ✅ Included | ✅ Add-on (paid) |
| Private Networking | ✅ Included | ✅ |
| Free Tier | ✅ Yes | ✅ Limited |
| Pricing | Flat €2.5–20/mo | Variable per app |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the free tier include?
You can create free MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis databases, and persistent volumes. App containers start at €2.5/month. Each user gets one 5-day trial project with everything included – apps, DBs, volumes, metrics.
Can I deploy with just a Compose file?
Yes. Paste your Docker Compose YAML and we'll generate the services automatically. You can also deploy from a Dockerfile or Git repository (repo should have Dockerfile so our system can build the image).
Where is my app hosted?
On bare-metal servers located in Germany. We do not use AWS, GCP, or other large cloud providers – your data stays in the EU.
Do I need to know Kubernetes?
No. Hostim.dev removes Kubernetes complexity. You manage apps, databases, and resources – not clusters or YAML.
Is this for solo devs or teams?
Right now, each account manages projects individually. Multi-user roles and team collaboration are planned – we're actively listening to early users to shape this.
Get Started with Hostim.dev
Deploy any Docker image, Git repo, or template instantly. Explore in a free 5-day trial project – no credit card required.