deploy to south africa
in seconds.
the modern paas for south africa. git-push deployment, preview urls, and automated ssl—running on local metal.
works with your favorite tools
stop the split-brain loop
global platforms cache your static files locally, but your backend logic and database are often continents apart. on zanode, your frontend, api, and database run on the same infrastructure in johannesburg/cape town. faster ttfb. better core web vitals. higher seo rankings.
the typical setup
local edge
why we built this
local developers have been forced to choose between speed and experience. we think you should have both.
| feature | legacy local | global paas |
zanode
zanode
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|---|---|---|---|
| deployment | ftp / ssh / cpanel | git push | git push |
| function latency* | <20ms | ~300ms+ | <20ms |
| billing currency | ZAR (R) | USD ($) | ZAR (R) |
| preview urls | no | yes | yes |
| data sovereignty | yes | complicated | guaranteed |
| setup time | hours | seconds | seconds |
*serverless function execution time. full round trips with database queries can exceed 800ms on global platforms.
enumerating objects: 42, done.
counting objects: 100% (42/42), done.
✓ build completed in 23s
✓ deployed to production
the workflow you already know.
if you've used vercel or netlify, you'll feel right at home. push to git, we handle the rest. no yaml files, no docker configs, no ssh keys.
- automatic framework detection
- instant rollbacks
- environment variables in the dashboard
- real-time build logs
everything you need to ship fast
all the features you expect from a modern platform, running on infrastructure that's actually close to your users.
zero-config deployments
connect your github repo. we detect your framework (next.js, nuxt, php) and build it automatically. no managing nginx or ssh.
predictable zar billing
no more currency volatility. flat monthly pricing in rands. your cfo will thank you.
preview environments
we create a unique live url for every pull request. let your clients review changes before you merge.
popia compliance built-in
data sovereignty guaranteed. your database and files never physically leave south african borders.
local serverless functions
run your backend logic in south africa. native support for node.js and python functions with zero cold starts.
automated image optimization
we automatically resize and compress your images at the edge. save bandwidth and speed up your largest contentful paint.
stop apologizing for
slow sites.
your clients don't care about "edge networks" or "serverless". they care that their site feels slow in sandton. give them the speed of local hosting with the workflow you love as a dev.
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predictable margins
bill your clients a flat zar fee. no more explaining why the exchange rate ate their budget.
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preview urls for approval
send a live link for every change. let clients comment on the staging site, not the production one.
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compliance in a box
tell your corporate clients their data never leaves south africa. instant popia peace of mind.
frequently asked questions
where are your servers located?
we run on high-performance vultr instances in johannesburg. this ensures single-digit latency for your south african users and keeps your data within national borders.
doesn't vercel have servers in south africa?
vercel caches static files at edge locations including south africa. but when your app needs to run code—api routes, database queries, authentication—that happens on their serverless functions, which default to us-east. even if you pay extra to move functions closer, vercel doesn't host databases. your compute and data are still separated. on zanode, everything runs on the same local infrastructure by default. no config fees. no premium tiers.
do you support databases?
yes! we offer managed postgresql and redis instances running in the same data center as your application. no more latency penalties for database queries.
can i use docker?
absolutely. while we auto-detect frameworks like next.js, nuxt, and php, you can also deploy any dockerfile directly. if it runs in a container, it runs on zanode.
what about reliability and load shedding?
we run on enterprise-grade vultr infrastructure with generator backup and automated failover. your applications stay online even during load shedding schedules.
why is local latency cheaper here than on vercel?
on vercel, getting your functions to run in africa usually requires a pro plan ($20/user). for a team of 3, that's ~R1,100/month just to unlock the region. on zanode, johannesburg is the default—not a premium upgrade. you get local latency on the R150 plan.
simple, local pricing
developer
perfect for side projects & portfolios.
- ✓ 1 project
- ✓ automatic ssl
- ✓ preview deployments
- ✓ 50gb bandwidth
agency pro
for digital agencies and high-traffic apps.
- ✓ unlimited projects
- ✓ automatic ssl
- ✓ preview deployments
- ✓ 200gb bandwidth
- ✓ priority build queues
- ✓ whatsapp support
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