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Coolify is an open-source, self-hostable PaaS that runs on any server β used by indie devs who want Heroku UX on a $5 VPS.
Coolify
Developer ToolsSelf-hostable Heroku / Netlify / Vercel alternative.
Listed May 20, 2026Updated Jun 9, 2026
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What is Coolify?
Self-hostable Heroku / Netlify / Vercel alternative. Coolify is an open-source, self-hostable PaaS that runs on any server β used by indie devs who want Heroku UX on a $5 VPS.
What category is Coolify in?
Coolify is listed under Developer Tools on Startup Spotlight, a directory of indie and micro-startups.
Who founded Coolify?
Coolify was founded by Andras Bacsai (@heyandras on X, @andrasbacsai on GitHub).
When was Coolify founded?
Coolify was founded in 2021.
Where can I visit Coolify?
You can visit Coolify at coolify.io, or view its full profile on Startup Spotlight.
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Andras Bacsai Β· portfolio β
Founded 2021 Β· Team of 1-10
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