What is HostDock?
HostDock is a powerful and easy-to-use self-hosted hosting control panel designed for developers and tech enthusiasts. It allows you to host and manage multiple websites, services, background jobs, and more – all from a clean and responsive web interface.
Problem
Users currently rely on traditional hosting control panels for managing multiple websites and services, which often come with complexity and lack of simplicity in configuration, monitoring, and scalability.
Solution
A self-hosted hosting control panel tool that enables users to manage websites, services, and background jobs via a clean, responsive interface, such as deploying web apps, monitoring resources, and automating tasks.
Customers
Developers and tech enthusiasts who need granular control over their hosting environments, particularly those managing personal projects, small businesses, or experimental setups.
Unique Features
Fully self-hosted (no third-party dependencies), unified management for websites/services/background jobs, lightweight design, and open-source customization potential.
User Comments
Simplifies server management for side projects
Clean UI compared to cPanel alternatives
Ideal for developers who prefer self-hosting
Lacks advanced enterprise features but sufficient for small-scale use
Easy Docker integration
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with 500+ upvotes, open-source GitHub repository with 1.2k+ stars, used by 5k+ self-reported developers via community forums.
Market Size
The global web hosting services market is projected to reach $90 billion by 2027, with self-managed solutions gaining traction among developers (Grand View Research).
