Hosted in Germany (EU)
GDPR-compliant infrastructure on Hetzner.
Why developers switch from Render
Keep the speed and simplicity — gain privacy, control, and lower costs.
Docker & Git support
Deploy your code directly — no buildpacks or YAML.
Built-in Databases
MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent volumes.
Private Networking
Apps and databases are isolated by project.
Predictable Pricing
Transparent flat plans from €2.5/month.
Real Metrics & Logs
View usage and debug instantly in the dashboard.
Hostim.dev vs. Render
Side-by-side comparison for EU developers.
| Feature | Hostim.dev | Render |
|---|---|---|
| Region | 🇩🇪 Germany (EU) | 🇺🇸 US + limited EU |
| Dockerfile Deploys | ✅ Native | ✅ |
| Private Networking | ✅ Isolated per project | ❌ |
| Free Database Tier | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Built-in Metrics | ✅ Included | ✅ Basic |
| Pricing Model | Flat €2.5–20/mo tiers | Per-resource billing |
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.