Hostim.dev

About Hostim.dev

Tired of wrestling with YAML files and getting slapped with surprise cloud bills? Hostim.dev is your escape hatch. It's a bare-metal Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) built for devs who just want to ship their containerized apps, fast. Think of it as your no-BS, zero-DevOps-overhead launchpad. You bring your Docker image, Git repo, or full-blown Docker Compose file, and Hostim handles the rest—provisioning databases, storage, networking, and HTTPS in minutes, not days. Every project gets its own isolated Kubernetes namespace on raw, EU bare-metal power in Germany (GDPR-compliant by default, no extra config). With transparent, per-project hourly billing starting from just €2.5/month, it’s built for freelancers, startups, and agencies who crave simplicity, control, and predictable costs without the soul-crushing complexity of big cloud platforms. Stop managing infrastructure and start deploying.

Features of Hostim.dev

Deploy with Docker, Git, or Full Compose

Skip the rewrite. Paste your existing docker-compose.yml file and watch your stack go live in minutes. No YAML to learn, no Dockerfile refactoring. Deploy directly from a Docker image, a Git repository, or use a one-click template. It's the fastest path from your local machine to a live, production-ready environment without any of the typical deployment drama.

Built-in Managed Services & Volumes

Databases and storage, pre-wired and ready to roll. Click a button to spin up MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Redis instances. They come with persistent volumes and have their connection details automatically injected into your app's environment variables. No manual configuration, no separate billing headaches—just instant, usable services that "just work."

EU Bare-Metal & Secure-by-Default Hosting

Your apps run on dedicated hardware in Germany, not on noisy virtualized cloud servers. This means GDPR compliance is baked in from the start. Each project is isolated in its own secure namespace with automatic HTTPS, internal networking, and real-time logs and metrics. Security and privacy aren't add-ons; they're the foundation.

Transparent, Per-Project Cost Tracking

No more bill shock. Hostim gives you crystal-clear, per-project cost breakdowns. You see exactly what each app (and its attached resources) costs hourly. With flat, predictable pricing and free tiers for core services, you can hand projects off to clients with a clean, understandable invoice, killing awkward "infrastructure surprise" conversations forever.

Use Cases of Hostim.dev

The Solo Developer or Freelancer

You're a one-person powerhouse. You need to deploy client projects fast, hand them over cleanly, and not get stuck doing midnight server admin. Hostim lets you launch from a Compose file in minutes, gives each client a separate project with its own cost tracking, and eliminates any need to manage Kubernetes or servers. Ship fast, invoice clearly, sleep easy.

The Digital Agency

Managing infrastructure for multiple clients is a messy, costly nightmare. Hostim provides perfect isolation—each client project is siloed for security and has its own transparent cost breakdown. Deploy full stacks with databases instantly, host everything in the EU for your European clients, and maintain full control without the complexity. Scale your agency, not your ops team.

The Startup Building an MVP

You're validating an idea and every minute spent on DevOps is a minute not spent on your product. With Hostim, you go from code to live, scalable app in one afternoon. Built-in databases and simple scaling let you focus on building features and acquiring users, not configuring cloud services. Start simple, scale in seconds, and keep your burn rate predictable.

The Student or Hacker

You want to learn with real tools and build a portfolio with actual deployed projects, not just localhost demos. Hostim's free trial and student credits let you experiment with Docker, real databases, and deployments on professional infrastructure. Launch personal apps, experiment with new stacks, and create a portfolio that stands out with genuine live projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the free tier include?

The free 5-day trial gives you a full project to test drive everything. Beyond that, core services like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent volumes have permanently free tiers with generous limits. This lets you run small projects or specific services without ever opening your wallet. It's perfect for learning, side projects, or microservices.

Can I deploy with just a Compose file?

Absolutely! That's the whole vibe. You can copy-paste your existing docker-compose.yml file directly into Hostim. No rewrites, no adaptation needed. The platform takes your Compose definition and provisions it instantly, wiring up all the services, networks, and volumes exactly as you specified. Live in minutes, zero refactoring.

Do I need to know Kubernetes?

Nope, not at all. That's the magic. Hostim uses Kubernetes under the hood to give you robust isolation and scaling, but you never have to touch it, write a YAML file, or even know it exists. You interact with a simple UI to manage your deployments, scaling, and services. We handle the K8s complexity so you don't have to.

Is this for solo devs or teams?

It's built for both. Solo devs love the simplicity and speed. Teams and agencies love the per-project isolation and cost tracking, which makes collaboration and client handoffs clean and professional. You can manage everything from a single dashboard, making it powerful for individuals and scalable for growing teams.