zero-config deployments
connect your github repo. we detect your framework (next.js, nuxt, svelte) and build it automatically. no managing nginx or ssh.
now accepting early access
modern deploys.
local speed and pricing.
git-push deploys, managed postgres, and south african servers. no config, no ops overhead. git-push deploys, managed postgres, and local latency—all on south african infrastructure.
no credit card required to start
works with your favorite tools
next.js react node.js wordpress svelte postgresql
your backend and database. same data center.
global platforms run your code far from south africa. every api call bounces across the atlantic and back before your user sees a response. on zanode, your frontend, api, and database all run in the same south african data centre.
the typical setup
local edge
terminal
$
git push origin main
enumerating objects: 42, done.
counting objects: 100% (42/42), done.
✓ build completed in 1m
✓ deployed to production
live at https://yourapp.zano.click
developer experience
push to deploy. live in under 60 seconds.
no cpanel, no ftp, no ssh keys, no server configs. just push your code and we handle the rest.
push, wait about 60 seconds, done. same workflow as vercel or netlify.
- automatic framework detection
- instant rollbacks
- environment variables in the dashboard
- real-time build logs
everything you need to ship fast
git push to deploy, managed postgres included, daily backups automated—all running in south africa.
predictable zar billing
no more currency volatility. flat monthly pricing in rands. know exactly what you'll pay every month.
instant rollbacks
bad deploy? roll back to any previous version in one click. the switch takes a few seconds.
popia compliance built-in
data sovereignty guaranteed. your database and files never physically leave south african borders.
managed postgresql
provision a database with one click. same data center as your app. connection strings auto-injected into your environment.
daily backups
automated daily backups stored in south africa. restore any snapshot with one click.
for digital agencies
stop apologizing for
slow client sites.
your clients don't care about "edge networks"—they care that their site feels slow. give them local speed without going back to cpanel and ftp.
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predictable margins
bill your clients a flat zar fee. no more explaining why the exchange rate ate their budget.
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rollback in seconds
client hates the new design? one click undoes the last deploy. they won't even know something changed.
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data stays in south africa
your corporate clients can stop asking where their data lives. it's in south africa. that's a straight answer to a popia question.
invoice_preview.pdf
item cost
hosting (pro tier) R 450.00
db (managed postgres) R 0.00
bandwidth (100gb) R 0.00
total R 450.00
* exchange rate: irrelevant
for saas founders
your infrastructure sorted.
ship the product.
managed databases, automated ssl, and a flat monthly price in rands. deploy your first project in under 5 minutes.
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local latency = happier users
your api responses are 10x faster when your app and database run in the same data center. no more 500ms round trips.
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ssl, backups, updates — handled
we take care of ssl certificates, daily backups, and os updates so you don't have to think about them.
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predictable costs
flat zar pricing means no surprises when you start scaling. your monthly bill stays the same whether the rand swings or not.
api_response.json
global platform (us-east)
GET /api/users/me
zanode (south africa)
GET /api/users/me
* measured from south africa
wordpress hosting
yes, we host
wordpress too.
we know your agency has legacy sites. bring them here. each site gets its own container and dedicated mysql database. popia compliant by default, and none of the shared-hosting cross-contamination you're used to.
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containerized & isolated
each wordpress site runs in its own docker container with a dedicated mysql database. no shared hosting nightmares.
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headless-ready
use wordpress as a headless cms and point your next.js frontend at its api. both apps run in south africa on the same network.
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automated backups
daily backups stored locally in south africa. one-click restore when plugins break things.
one-click wordpress
WordPress 6.4
+ MySQL 8.0
container: isolated
database: managed mysql
ssl: auto-provisioned
location: south africa
deploy time: ~30 seconds
what you get with zanode
the git-push workflow you already know. south african servers. rand pricing.
| feature | legacy local | global paas | zanode |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployment | ftp / ssh / cpanel | git push | git push |
| function latency (from SA) | local | ~300–500ms | local |
| db in same data centre | sometimes | no | always |
| billing currency | ZAR (R) | USD ($) | ZAR (R) |
| POPIA / data sovereignty | yes | complicated | guaranteed |
| free trial | rarely | yes (with sleep) | 3 months |
| always-on from | varies | ~R350/mo (Render paid) | R50/mo |
| setup time | hours | seconds | seconds |
*measured from South Africa. full round trips with database queries can exceed 500ms on global platforms.
frequently asked questions
where are your servers located?
our servers run in south africa. your app and database are in the same country as your users.
doesn't vercel have servers in south africa?
vercel caches static files at edge locations including south africa. but when your app needs to run code—api routes, database queries, authentication—that happens on their serverless functions, which default to us-east. even if you pay extra to move functions closer, vercel doesn't host databases. your compute and data are still separated. on zanode, everything runs on the same local infrastructure by default. no config fees. no premium tiers.
what happens during my free trial?
you get 3 months on the Solo plan for free — one project, automated SSL, your .zano.click subdomain, and SA infrastructure. the only trial limitation is that your app sleeps after 60 minutes of inactivity (it wakes in about 5 seconds on the next request). no credit card needed to start.
why does my app sleep during the trial?
sleeping lets us offer a genuinely generous 3-month free trial without burning infrastructure on idle containers. it's the same trade-off Render and Railway use on their free tiers. once you're on Solo (R50/mo), your app is always-on.
i only have one website. do i need Developer?
no — Solo is built exactly for you. one project, always-on, 1GB RAM, custom domain, and managed PostgreSQL for R50/mo. Developer is for people juggling 3 or more separate projects.
what happens after my 3-month free trial ends?
you'll be prompted to add a payment method to continue at R50/mo. if you don't, your project is paused — not deleted. your data is kept for 30 days so you can come back or export your work.
what happens if i go over my storage limit?
you'll get a dashboard warning at 80% usage. at 95%, new deploys are paused until you free up space or upgrade. we'll never silently delete your data.
do you support databases?
yes. Solo and above include managed PostgreSQL running in the same data centre as your app, so there's no cross-region latency on database queries.
what frameworks do you support?
we auto-detect and configure next.js, nuxt, sveltekit, astro, remix, and vite-based projects. plain node.js servers (express, fastify) work too. if it has a package.json, it probably just works.
what about reliability and load shedding?
we run on infrastructure with generator backup and automated failover, so your app stays up during load shedding. we don't make uptime promises we can't keep, but the power backup is real.
how do i migrate from vercel or netlify?
connect your existing github repository, and we'll auto-detect your framework and build settings. most projects deploy in under 5 minutes with zero config changes.
what about serverless functions and image optimization?
both are on our roadmap. serverless functions and edge image optimization are coming soon. join the waitlist to get early access.
why is RAM lower than I'd expect from other hosts?
because this is your app's dedicated allocation — not a shared pool you're competing for. most Node.js and Next.js apps use 200–500MB under normal load. Solo's 1GB and Developer's 3GB give your apps comfortable headroom without paying for idle overhead.
priced in rands. hosted in south africa.
all plans include automated SSL, git-push deploys, and south african infrastructure. no USD surprises.
monthly
annual
2 months free
solo
for individuals & small businesses
R0
free for 3 months, then R50/mo
- 1 project*
- 1 GB RAM*
- 15 GB storage
- PostgreSQL
- custom domain
- automated SSL
- daily backups (3 days)
developer
for freelancers & indie hackers
R200 /mo
- 3 projects
- 6 GB RAM
- 30 GB storage
- PostgreSQL
- custom domains
- branch deployments
- daily backups (7 days)
pro
for startups & production apps
R499 /mo
- 8 projects
- 12 GB RAM
- 75 GB storage
- PostgreSQL
- custom domains
- daily backups (30 days)
- priority support
team
for agencies & growing teams
R999 /seat/mo
- unlimited projects*
- 32 GB RAM
- 150 GB storage
- PostgreSQL
- custom domains
- daily backups (60 days)
- 99.9% SLA
- dedicated support
all plans billed in ZAR. cancel anytime.
* solo's 3-month free trial runs in hobby mode: 512 MB RAM instead of 1 GB, and your app sleeps after 60 minutes of inactivity (wakes in ~5 seconds on the next request). once your trial ends, you get full solo specs — always-on with 1 GB RAM — at R50/mo. no credit card needed to start.
** team unlimited projects has a soft cap of 20 — contact support if you need more.
be one of the first to try zanode
sign up for early access. no credit card needed to start your 3-month trial.