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
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.