Node.js Hosting in the Cloud
Next.js, Nuxt, NestJS and any other Node.js framework as persistent containers. No serverless, no cold starts. Managed cloud platform from Germany.
Node.js Hosting for Next.js, Nuxt and any framework – without serverless limits
Node.js Hosting on LAY7 cloud is based on persistent containers instead of short-lived serverless functions. Your Next.js app, your Nuxt project or your NestJS backend runs as a long-running process – no cold starts, no short timeout limits of serverless platforms, no platform lock-in. Server-side rendering, API routes and WebSockets work reliably.
Unlike serverless platforms such as Vercel or Netlify, you retain full control over your Node.js process. Persistent WebSocket connections for real-time apps, background workers for queue processing, cron jobs for recurring tasks – all as separate containers, each with its own performance level.
LAY7 cloud is a managed cloud platform from Germany. You provide a Docker image with your Node.js app, configure it in the dashboard and deploy. The infrastructure – Kubernetes, SSL, backups, logs – is fully managed for you. GDPR compliant, with German data centers.
No Cold Starts
Persistent containers instead of serverless functions. Your app responds instantly.
WebSocket Support
Socket.io, ws or native WebSockets – persistent connections without a 30-second timeout.
Server Location Germany
GDPR compliant. Your data stays in German data centers.
Billed by the Minute
No base fee, no minimum term. You only pay for what you use.
How to deploy your Node.js app
From zero to production in minutes – standard Docker, no proprietary buildpacks.
Create a Dockerfile
Define your Node.js environment in a Dockerfile. Node version, npm/yarn/pnpm install, build step – all in one file. Standard Docker, no proprietary format, no vendor lock-in.
Push image & configure
Push your Docker image to any registry of your choice – Docker Hub, GitHub Container Registry or your own private registry. In the dashboard, configure web containers, workers and cron jobs as separate processes. Each with its own performance level for CPU and RAM.
Deploy & scale
One click starts the deployment. Your Node.js app runs as a persistent container on Kubernetes infrastructure. As traffic grows, scale CPU and RAM with a single click – effective immediately, without downtime.
Everything your Node.js app needs in production
Next.js, Nuxt, NestJS, Express, Fastify, Remix, Astro – if it runs on Node.js, it runs on LAY7 cloud.
Server-Side Rendering without compromise
Next.js with SSR, API Routes, Middleware and Incremental Static Regeneration – everything works because your app runs as a full Node.js process. No edge runtime limits, no stripped-down serverless variant. Nuxt, Remix and Astro SSR work just the same. The full Node.js server, just like you develop locally.
- Next.js SSR & API Routes
- Nuxt Server-Side Rendering
- Remix & Astro SSR
- No edge runtime restrictions
WebSockets & Real-Time Communication
Socket.io, ws or native WebSockets – persistent connections without the 30-second timeout of serverless platforms. Your Node.js process runs permanently and keeps connections open. Ideal for chat apps, live dashboards and collaborative editing.
- Socket.io & ws support
- No 30-second timeout
- Persistent connections
- Ideal for real-time apps
Full npm ecosystem & native modules
Use any npm package without restrictions. Native modules like sharp for image processing, bcrypt for password hashing or better-sqlite3 – everything works because your app runs in a full container. No package size limits, no restrictions on native bindings.
- All npm packages available
- Native modules (sharp, bcrypt, ...)
- No package size limits
- pnpm, yarn & npm support
Any Node.js framework as a container
Express, Fastify, Next.js, Nuxt, NestJS, Remix, Astro – if it runs on Node.js, it runs on LAY7 cloud. You provide a Docker image, configure in the dashboard and deploy. No buildpack, no proprietary format. Standard containers on Kubernetes infrastructure.
Your Node.js app runs as a persistent container – not as a serverless function. No spinning up on every request, no wait time for your users. Always ready, instantly responding.
SSR & API Server
Server-side rendering with Next.js or Nuxt – without limitations. Full control over the Node.js process. REST APIs, GraphQL endpoints, tRPC – all in one container, always reachable.
npm Ecosystem
Full access to the entire npm ecosystem. Install any package, use native modules. No restrictions on package size or number of dependencies.
WebSocket Support
Socket.io, ws or native WebSockets – persistent connections without limits. No 30-second timeout like on serverless platforms. Ideal for real-time apps, chats and dashboards.
- Persistent containers
- No cold starts
- WebSocket support
- Full Node.js control
- Serverless functions
- Cold starts on every request
- WebSocket limitations
- Platform lock-in
GDPR compliant. Your data and your users' data stays in German data centers. No US Cloud Act, no data transfers to third parties.
Scale anytime
More CPU and RAM with one click in the dashboard. Effective immediately, no downtime. Fewer resources when traffic drops – you only pay for what you use.
Managed MariaDB for your Node.js app
Databases as a dedicated managed service – in the same network as your containers. Prisma, Drizzle, Knex or TypeORM connect directly. SSL certificates via Let's Encrypt for all domains, automatically issued and renewed.
Transparent Pricing
Usage-based and billed by the minute. No monthly base fee, no minimum contract.
Starter
Simple Next.js app
Full-Stack
Node.js app with worker & database
All prices excl. VAT per month with continuous usage. Full price list
Frequently Asked Questions
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