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
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.