Hosted in Germany • GDPR-ready

Directus Hosting Without the $15,000 Enterprise Price Tax

Stop overpaying for managed Directus. Get full root database access, automatic maintenance, and total data ownership for a fraction of the cost of official cloud. Perfect for founders who need high performance without the SaaS tax.

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BSL 1.1
Permissive License
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Uptime SLA
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Deployment Time

Why Smart Teams Choose Opsily for Directus

Directus is a powerful data platform, but official cloud plans can be restrictive. We give you the freedom of self-hosting with the convenience of a managed service.

Full Root Database Access

Official cloud providers often lock you out of your own SQL database. This makes complex migrations and direct queries impossible. With Opsily, you keep full control. It is your data on your terms. Use any external tool or script you want without permission from a vendor.

Automatic Updates and Patches

Self-hosting does not have to be a chore. We handle the versioning, security patches, and infrastructure maintenance. You focus on building your app while we ensure your Directus instance is running the latest stable release. No more manual CLI updates or broken dependencies on a Sunday night.

Predictable Pricing, No Seat Tax

Most SaaS platforms charge per user or per seat. That cost scales faster than your revenue. We charge for the server, not the people using it. Add as many admins, editors, and viewers as you need. Stop worrying about your bill every time you hire a new team member.

Built for teams who need reliability

GDPR
Compliant by Default
24/7
Active Monitoring
100%
Full Data Ownership
Yes
Managed Infrastructure

Opsily vs. Directus Cloud

Why pay for restrictions? See how our managed hosting compares to the official cloud offering.

Directus Cloud
Starting Price$1.2K/yr
Root Database Access✗
Unlimited Users/Seats€600/yr per seat
EU Data ResidencyLimited
Automatic Backups✓
Direct SQL Access✗
Opsily
Starting Price€30 flat
Root Database Access✓
Unlimited Users/Seats✓
EU Data Residency✓
Automatic Backups✓
Direct SQL Access✓

Pricing based on standard Core/Team plans. Enterprise costs typically exceed $15K/yr.

Your Directus Instance, Live in Minutes

We have simplified the deployment process. No complex Docker commands or server configuration required.

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Choose Your Server

Select the server size that fits your traffic. All our plans include dedicated resources and high-performance NVMe storage in German data centers.

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Select Directus

Pick Directus from our app catalog. We use the latest stable Docker image, optimized for speed and security right out of the box.

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Connect Your Database

Pair it with a managed PostgreSQL database. Unlike other clouds, you get the credentials to access this database directly whenever you need them.

1

Choose Your Server

Select the server size that fits your traffic. All our plans include dedicated resources and high-performance NVMe storage in German data centers.

2

Select Directus

Pick Directus from our app catalog. We use the latest stable Docker image, optimized for speed and security right out of the box.

3

Connect Your Database

Pair it with a managed PostgreSQL database. Unlike other clouds, you get the credentials to access this database directly whenever you need them.

4

Go Live and Scale

Your API and Data Studio are ready. As your project grows, you can upgrade your server with a single click. No migration headaches, just more power.

The Opsily Advantage

Everything Included. No Tiers.

We do not gatekeep professional features behind enterprise contracts. Every Directus server on Opsily includes our full suite of management tools.

✓Daily encrypted off-site backups
✓Automated SSL certificates (Let's Encrypt)
✓High-performance NVMe storage
✓Full SSH and Root DB access
✓Dedicated IP address
✓Resource monitoring and alerts
✓DDoS protection included
✓One-click application updates

Simple, Predictable Hosting

No hidden fees. No user-based pricing. Just reliable hosting for your Directus projects.

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Enterprise-Grade Security

We take data sovereignty seriously. Your data stays in the EU and under your total control.

GDPR Compliant

All servers are located in Frankfurt, Germany. We meet the strictest data protection standards in the world.

Full Encryption

Data is encrypted both at rest and in transit. Your SSL certificates are managed and renewed automatically.

Ownership First

You own the database. If you ever decide to leave, you can export your entire SQL dump and move elsewhere in minutes.

High Availability

We prioritize high-availability architecture for your critical data apps.

Directus Hosting FAQ

Directus uses the BSL 1.1 license. It is completely free for organizations with less than $5,000,000 in total annual revenue and fewer than 50 employees. If you meet these criteria, you only pay for the hosting server. There are no additional license fees to use the full power of the software. This makes it an ideal choice for startups and mid-market companies who want to avoid the high costs of SaaS platforms.

Ready to Launch Your Directus Project?

Get started today with managed hosting that respects your budget and your data ownership. No credit card required to explore the platform.