Hostim.dev

About Hostim.dev

Hostim.dev is a revolutionary bare-metal Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) engineered for developers who demand speed, simplicity, and control. It's built to eliminate the traditional DevOps bottleneck, allowing you to launch containerized applications in minutes, not days. The platform is designed for growth, enabling you to scale from a simple prototype to a production-ready SaaS without ever needing to manage underlying infrastructure. You can deploy directly from your existing Docker images, Git repositories, or full Docker Compose files with zero rewrites. Hostim.dev automatically provisions and seamlessly wires together everything your application needs: managed MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis databases, persistent storage volumes, automatic HTTPS, and secure internal networking. Every project runs in its own isolated Kubernetes namespace on high-performance bare-metal servers in Germany, ensuring GDPR compliance by default and top-tier performance. With transparent, per-project hourly billing and cost tracking, you get predictable pricing without the surprise bills common in big cloud ecosystems. It's the ideal launchpad for freelancers, startups, agencies, and ambitious SaaS builders who want to ship fast, maintain full container portability, and scale with confidence.

Features of Hostim.dev

One-Click Deployment from Any Source

Deploy your application stack in seconds, not hours. Hostim.dev supports deployment directly from public or private Docker images, Git repositories (with automatic CI/CD on push), and full Docker Compose files. This means you can paste your existing docker-compose.yml and have your multi-service application live immediately, with no need to refactor for a proprietary platform. It’s the fastest path from code to a running, accessible application, removing all deployment friction.

Built-In Managed Services & Persistent Storage

Accelerate development by instantly provisioning production-ready services within your project's isolated network. With one click, spin up managed MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Redis instances. Persistent volumes for file storage are just as simple. Best of all, connection credentials are automatically injected as environment variables into your application containers, so everything is pre-wired and secure from the start, eliminating manual configuration.

Transparent Scaling & Real-Time Observability

Scale your resources dynamically as your user base grows. Adjust CPU cores, RAM allocation, or the number of application replicas directly from the intuitive web UI with zero downtime. Stay in complete control with built-in, real-time observability tools. Access live streaming logs and essential application metrics directly from your dashboard, giving you immediate insight into performance and health without needing third-party monitoring tools.

EU Bare-Metal & Predictable Per-Project Billing

Your applications run on dedicated bare-metal servers in German data centers, offering superior performance and guaranteed GDPR compliance by default. Hostim.dev cuts through cloud complexity with simple, flat pricing. Each project has its own isolated namespace and clear cost tracking, making it perfect for client work or separating SaaS environments. You pay a predictable rate starting from €2.5/month per app, with free tiers for core services, ensuring no surprise bills.

Use Cases of Hostim.dev

Rapid Prototyping for Startups

For startups moving at lightning speed, Hostim.dev is the ultimate launchpad. Go from an idea to a live, shareable prototype in a single afternoon. Deploy your Dockerized backend and frontend with built-in databases, bypassing weeks of infrastructure setup. This allows founders to validate ideas with real users quickly and iterate based on feedback, all while maintaining a clean path to scale the same stack into a full-scale production application.

Client Project Management for Agencies

Digital agencies can streamline delivery and improve profitability. Hostim.dev allows you to create a completely isolated project for each client, with its own dedicated resources, databases, and clear cost breakdown. This simplifies billing and enables clean handover. Deploy standardized stacks from Docker Compose in minutes, reducing project timelines and letting your team focus on custom development instead of DevOps management.

Portfolio Development for Students & Developers

Aspiring developers and students can build and showcase real-world projects on professional infrastructure. Learn Docker, databases, and deployment workflows using a platform that mirrors production environments without the cost or complexity. The free trial and student credits allow you to host portfolio projects with real domains and HTTPS, making your skills demonstrable and impressive to potential employers or clients.

Scalable Microservices for SaaS Builders

SaaS builders can deploy and manage complex microservices architectures with ease. Hostim.dev's support for Docker Compose and isolated namespaces is perfect for running separate services for your API, worker processes, and admin panels. As your customer base expands, you can scale each service independently from the UI. The per-service cost tracking provides unparalleled financial clarity for growing, resource-conscious SaaS businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the free tier include?

The free tier offers a comprehensive 5-day trial project with no credit card required, allowing full exploration of the platform. Beyond the trial, core services include free tiers for managed databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis) and persistent volumes, which are perfect for development, testing, and low-traffic applications. You only pay for the compute resources (CPU/RAM) for your application containers, with pricing starting at a predictable €2.5 per month.

Can I deploy with just a Docker Compose file?

Absolutely. Hostim.dev is built for simplicity and supports full Docker Compose deployment with zero rewrites. You can directly paste your existing docker-compose.yml file into the dashboard, and the platform will automatically provision all defined services, networks, and volumes. Your multi-container application will be live in minutes, preserving your local development setup and eliminating vendor lock-in.

Where is my application hosted?

All applications on Hostim.dev are hosted on high-performance bare-metal servers in secure, top-tier data centers located in Germany. This provides robust performance, low latency for European users, and ensures that your data is stored and processed in compliance with GDPR regulations by default, without any extra configuration needed on your part.

Do I need to know Kubernetes or DevOps?

Not at all. Hostim.dev abstracts away the complexity of Kubernetes and infrastructure management. The platform uses Kubernetes under the hood to provide robust isolation and scalability, but you never have to write a YAML file or interact with kubectl. You manage everything through a simple web UI or CLI, focusing solely on your application code while we handle the orchestration, networking, and security.