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Deploy the same way startups and professionals do.
Is there free web hosting for students?
Yes. Hostim.dev gives students free hosting credits plus a free trial, so you can deploy Docker apps and databases without paying. There is no credit card required to start and no automated verification — you contact support, show that you are a student, and we add the credits.
Unlike toy or free-only platforms, you build on the same real infrastructure professionals use: Docker, managed PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Redis, and live URLs you can put in a portfolio.
Learn on real systems, not simulations
Built for computer science, IT, and self-taught students.
Docker & Docker Compose
Use the tools you already learn locally and in class.
Free databases while learning
PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Redis included for development.
Simple UI, no cloud maze
No IAM, VPCs, or billing traps to get lost in.
Projects you can show
Host real URLs for portfolios, coursework, and demos.
EU-based & GDPR-friendly
Hosted in Germany on bare metal infrastructure.
Free hosting credits for students
We support learning — no tricks.
If you are a student, we are happy to provide free credits so you can learn and build without worrying about costs.
There is no automated verification or annoying forms. Just contact our support, show that you are a student (student email, enrollment confirmation, or similar), and we will sort it out.
We won’t disappoint — and we won’t turn learning into a sales trap.
What students use Hostim.dev for
- University coursework and assignments
- Portfolio projects and personal websites
- Learning Docker, APIs, and databases
- Group projects and hackathons
- Preparing for internships and junior roles
Many students search for “free web hosting”. Hostim.dev gives you a free trial and student credits — but on real infrastructure that actually prepares you for professional work.
Note: This page is about web hosting for students. It is not related to hosting international students, host families, or accommodation programs.
Web hosting for students FAQ
Is web hosting free for students?
Yes. Hostim.dev offers students free hosting credits plus a free trial, with no credit card required to start. You can deploy Docker apps and databases without paying while you learn.
How do I get student credits on Hostim.dev?
Contact support and show that you are a student — a student email, enrollment confirmation, or similar. There are no forms or automated checks; we add the credits manually.
What can I host as a student?
University coursework, portfolio sites, group projects, hackathon demos, and apps that use real databases — anything you can run in Docker, served on a live URL.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. You can start on the free trial without a card, and student credits extend that further.
Where are student projects hosted?
In Germany (EU) on bare-metal infrastructure, GDPR-friendly by default.
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