Hosted in Germany (EU)
Your data stays in the EU with low latency and GDPR-first ops.
Is PostgreSQL hosting really free?
Yes. Hostim.dev has a free PostgreSQL tier for prototypes, side projects, and small apps, with no credit card required to start. You get a managed Postgres database — not a container you have to operate yourself.
The database is hosted in Germany (EU), GDPR-friendly by default, and connects to your apps over private networking with the connection string injected automatically.
EU-based, free to start
Secure, developer-friendly PostgreSQL with no credit card required.
Free Postgres tier
Perfect for prototypes, side projects, and small apps.
Private networking
Keep your DB internal to your apps by default.
Built-in metrics & logs
Observe performance without wiring external tools.
Persistent volumes
Attach storage to apps that need files alongside Postgres.
Simple app integration
We inject connection strings via env vars automatically.
Compare free Postgres hosting
What you get at a glance.
| Feature | Hostim.dev | Supabase | Railway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgres Free Tier | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| EU Hosting | 🇩🇪 Germany | 🇪🇺 (varies) | 🇺🇸 US-first |
| Private Networking | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Integrated App Hosting | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| SSH Access to DB | ✅ via Bastion | ❌ | ❌ |
Free Postgres hosting FAQ
Is PostgreSQL hosting free on Hostim.dev?
Yes. There is a free Postgres tier for prototypes, side projects, and small apps, with no credit card required to start.
Where is the database hosted?
In Germany (EU). Your data stays in the EU with GDPR-first operations and low latency for European users.
How do I connect my app to the free Postgres database?
Hostim injects the connection string into your app as environment variables automatically, over private networking — no manual wiring.
Can I inspect the Postgres database directly?
Yes, over SSH through the Bastion service, so you can run psql or connect a GUI client.
How is this different from Supabase or Railway?
Hostim is EU-hosted by default with private networking and integrated app hosting in one platform, instead of US-first hosting with the database exposed publicly.
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