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Free Java hosting

Free Java hosting on HostKB — deploy Spring Boot and JVM apps from Git with builds, HTTPS, and logs.

Free Java hosting

Free Java hosting and deploy from Git on HostKB — builds, HTTPS, and logs included.

  • Free application hosting so you can deploy Java without renting a VPS first
  • Suitable for Spring Boot JARs and other JVM HTTP services
  • Build with Maven or Gradle inside your Dockerfile, then run the JAR
  • Git-based deployments with builds, HTTPS, custom domains, and real-time logs
  • Optional auto-deploy on push for continuous deployment

How to deploy Java on HostKB

Free deployment from Git: connect repo → build → deploy → HTTPS URL.

  1. Create a free HostKB account and open a project.
  2. Create an application with source type Git Repository (deploy from GitHub guide).
  3. Add a Dockerfile (or use Railpack when available) so the platform can build your Java app.
  4. Set environment variables, then click Build and Deploy.
  5. Open your app URL and attach a custom domain when you go live.

Java Dockerfile tip

Package a fat JAR in the image and start it with java -jar. Ensure the process listens on 0.0.0.0 and EXPOSE the HTTP port.

Why use HostKB for Java

  • One place to host and deploy — free to start, grow when you need
  • Works for APIs, web apps, and containerized services — not only static sites
  • Scale later with app sizes without changing your Git workflow

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