Railway Hosting
Deploy your project like Node, Python, Go, and PostgreSQL in a few minutes. GitHub/Docker deploys, templates, env vars, logs/metrics, and a friendly free tier.
Visit Railway
Deploy your project like Node, Python, Go, and PostgreSQL in a few minutes. GitHub/Docker deploys, templates, env vars, logs/metrics, and a friendly free tier.
Visit Railway
Railway hosting is not just a cloud platform, it's a one place where you can deploy or host your project, and it's like scaling apps without managing servers. If you're launching you're personal project, running production workloads, or experimenting with prototypes, Railway makes your work easier with speed and simplicity.
This page covers everything in one place: latest pricing, free tier limits, deployment methods, templates, PostgreSQL integration, environment variables, logs, metrics, and scaling options. You're a solo developer or a part of a growing team, Railway offers you flexibility, reliability, and ease of use to bring your project online fast
Deploy apps in seconds by connecting your repository — Railway handles builds, setup, and hosting automatically.
Provision PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Redis instantly — with production-ready configs and no extra hosting needed.
Every project gets a free, secure SSL certificate — ensuring HTTPS access without manual setup.
Use your own domain or Railway’s free subdomains — all with one-click SSL support.
Get monthly free hosting credits to start building without a credit card — ideal for testing and small projects.
Scale up for high traffic and scale down when idle — optimizing both performance and costs automatically.
Store and manage secrets like API keys and DB credentials securely within Railway’s dashboard.
Every push triggers a new build with a shareable preview link — test before going live.
Serve your app content quickly worldwide using Railway’s global edge network.
View real-time logs, request stats, and performance data — all in one dashboard.
Invite teammates, manage permissions, and work together on shared projects securely.
Start instantly with prebuilt templates for Node.js, Python, Go, Next.js, and more.
Attach volumes to store files and user data that persist between deployments.
Revert to a previous version instantly if an update causes issues.
Integrate Railway with your CI/CD pipeline for automated testing and deployments.
Set install, build, and run commands for total control over the deployment process.
Keep separate dev, staging, and production environments with different configs.
Manage projects programmatically via Railway’s API or the powerful Railway CLI.
Deploy custom Docker images for apps with specific runtime requirements.
Update your app without affecting live users — deployments happen seamlessly.
Connect services internally without exposing them publicly for extra security.
Deploy to different regions worldwide for faster response times to your users.
Automatically trigger builds or scripts when certain project events occur.
Connect Railway to private GitHub repos with secure authentication.
Only pay for the compute, bandwidth, and storage you actually use — nothing wasted.
Manage hosting, databases, storage, logs, and configs from one clean interface.
Free
Perfect for trying out Railway or small demos.
$5 / month
Ideal for individual developers or small projects.
$20 / month per seat
Designed for professional developers and small teams.
Starting at $1,000 / month
Advanced plan for large organizations requiring high performance and compliance.
Pay for what you use
Applicable to all plans for extra resources.
| Feature | Free Tier | Hobby Plan | Pro Plan | Enterprise Plan | Usage-Based |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | Free | $5 | $20 per seat | Starting at $1,000 | Pay per usage |
| RAM / CPU | 1 GB / 1 vCPU | 8 GB / 8 vCPU | 32 GB / 32 vCPU | Up to 2 TB / 112 vCPU | Billed per GB RAM / vCPU |
| Workspaces / Seats | Single developer | Single developer | Multiple developers | Unlimited team seats | N/A |
| Log History | 1 day | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days | Depends on usage |
| Region Deployment | US-East | US-West | Global | Custom / Multi-region | N/A |
| Scaling | Manual | Auto-scale basic | Horizontal scaling | Custom scaling | Pay as you scale |
| Support | Community | Community | Email (1 business day) | SLAs / Enterprise support | N/A |
| Private Networking | No | No | Optional | Yes | Billed separately |
| Persistent Volumes | None | Basic | Enhanced | High-performance | $0.15 / GB |
| CI/CD & Builds | Basic build | Automatic builds | Unlimited builds | Unlimited builds & PR previews | N/A |
| Ideal For | Trying out Railway / small demos | Individual developers / small projects | Professional developers / teams | Large organizations / enterprise | Projects needing extra resources |
Go to railway.app and sign up using Google, GitHub, or email.
Verify your email if signing up via email. Optional: link your GitHub account for easy repo deployments.
Create a new project by clicking "New Project" on the Railway dashboard.
Choose a deployment method: connect a GitHub repository, use Railway CLI, or upload your files manually.
If connecting GitHub: select the repo, branch, and root directory. Railway will auto-detect the project type.
If uploading manually: zip your project folder, drag & drop, and set the root directory for deployment.
Configure environment variables: add API keys, database URLs, or secrets under the Environment tab.
Attach databases if needed: PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Redis. Railway auto-generates credentials for secure access.
Optional: Add persistent volumes for file storage. Set mount path, size, and type (standard or high-performance).
Configure build & run commands. Railway auto-detects Node.js, Python, Go, Next.js, etc., but you can customize commands if needed.
Choose your deployment region for optimal latency: US-East, US-West, Europe, Asia, or auto-select.
Enable automatic deployments for GitHub pushes or manual deploy for CLI/file uploads.
Monitor builds, logs, and metrics in real-time. Check memory, CPU, request count, and error logs.
Optional: Configure webhooks to trigger builds, scripts, or notifications (Slack/Discord) on deploy events.
Enable private networking for internal communication between services, or leave public for internet access.
Scale services manually or enable auto-scaling. You can set min/max instances and scaling triggers.
Set up custom domains or use Railway subdomains. Add SSL certificates automatically.
Optional: Add cron jobs for scheduled tasks with exact interval definitions and environment context.
Test your deployed app via Railway’s live URL. Check endpoints, database connections, and persistent storage.
Optional: Rollback to previous deployments if needed using the one-click rollback feature.
Railway’s Free Tier is limited to 1 project, 1 GB RAM, 1 vCPU, and 1-day logs. Paid plans unlock more RAM, CPU, databases, volumes, private networking, and support. Always configure environment variables and secrets carefully. For production, use multi-region deployment and persistent storage.
Hosting performance depends on your plan, project size, region, and deployment configuration:
{
"domain": "example.com",
"subdomain": "app.example.com",
"ssl": true,
"networking": {
"public": true,
"private": ["db-service", "cache-service"]
},
"loadBalancing": {
"tcpProxy": true,
"regions": ["us-west", "eu-central"]
}
}
Railway collects project data, usage metrics, and deployment logs to improve services. Account and billing info is secured. You can manage or delete some data in your dashboard.
See the Railway Privacy Policy for details.
Railway services are for personal, team, and commercial projects within acceptable use rules. No illegal activity, abuse of resources, or malicious code is allowed. Violations may lead to account suspension.
Using Railway means agreeing to its Terms of Service. These cover account rules, project deployments, subscriptions, billing, IP rights, liability, and termination policies.
Railway is a cloud platform for developers that simplifies deploying, hosting, and scaling apps and services. It allows you to connect your repositories, configure databases, and launch projects in seconds without complex setup.
Railway offers a free tier with limited resources for testing and small projects, as well as paid plans for teams and larger deployments. It supports automatic builds, continuous integration, persistent storage, and multiple regions for global performance.
The platform integrates with GitHub, GitLab, and Docker, enabling flexible workflows and CI/CD pipelines. Users can manage secrets, environment variables, and logs from a unified dashboard, while also accessing webhooks, API controls, and custom domains.
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