Zero DevOps overhead
No servers to manage, patch, or secure. Just deploy your app.
Built for the freelancer workflow
Less infrastructure work. More paid development.
Docker & Compose support
Paste your local docker-compose.yml and go live.
Clean client handover
Transfer project ownership to your client when the job is done.
Per-project billing
Each client is billed separately. No shared VPS chaos.
Free databases for development
Use PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Redis while building and testing.
EU hosting for EU clients
Bare-metal servers in Germany. GDPR-friendly by default.
From development to delivery
A workflow designed for solo work.
| Stage | With Hostim.dev | Traditional VPS |
|---|---|---|
| Development | ✅ Free DBs & local Docker | ⚠️ Manual setup |
| Deployment | ✅ Git or Dockerfile | ❌ SSH & scripts |
| Client review | ✅ Instant preview URLs | ⚠️ Manual DNS |
| Handover | ✅ Transfer ownership | ❌ Share credentials |
| Maintenance | ✅ Managed platform | ❌ OS & security updates |
Looking for “free hosting for freelancers”? Hostim.dev includes a free trial project with databases, volumes, SSL, and metrics — so you can deliver to your client before committing to a paid plan.
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.