Zero DevOps overhead
No servers to manage, patch, or secure. Just deploy your app.
What is web hosting for freelancers?
Web hosting for freelancers is a managed platform where you deploy client projects without running a server yourself. Each client owns their project and invites you as a maintainer — you get full access to apps, databases, and volumes, while billing stays with the client.
Hostim.dev is Docker-based: paste your docker-compose.yml, add databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis), and go live in minutes. Hosted in Germany (EU), GDPR-friendly by default.
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.
Web hosting for freelancers FAQ
What is web hosting for freelancers?
Web hosting for freelancers is a managed platform where you deploy client projects without running a server. Each project is isolated, billed separately, and can be handed over to the client when the work is done.
Can I deploy Docker projects for clients on Hostim.dev?
Yes. Bring your docker-compose.yml and deploy in minutes. Each client gets an isolated project with its own databases, volumes, and domain.
How does the collaboration model work for freelancers?
The client creates the project and owns it — billing stays with them. They invite you as a maintainer. You get full access to apps, databases, volumes, and logs. When the engagement ends, the client removes you or you leave the project yourself.
Is there per-project billing for freelancers?
Yes. Each project is billed separately, so you can pass costs directly to clients or keep them on your account and invoice at your own rate.
Where is the infrastructure hosted?
Bare-metal servers in Falkenstein, Germany. EU-hosted and GDPR-friendly by default — no US cloud involvement.
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.