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
Common questions about billing, deployment, and hosting features.
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.