zero-config deployments
connect your github repo. we detect your framework (next.js, nuxt, php) and build it automatically. no managing nginx or ssh.
now accepting early access
modern deploys.
local speed and pricing.
a modern cloud platform for developers—with git-push deploys, managed postgres, and local latency. all running on south african infrastructure—so your app feels instant.
no credit card required to start
works with your favorite tools
next.js react node.js wordpress docker postgresql
your backend and database. same data center.
global platforms run your code overseas. every api call bounces between continents. on zanode, your frontend, api, and database all run together in south africa—so your app feels instant.
the typical setup
local edge
terminal
$
git push origin main
enumerating objects: 42, done.
counting objects: 100% (42/42), done.
✓ build completed in 23s
✓ deployed to production
live at https://yourapp.zanode.co.za
preview https://pr-42.yourapp.zanode.co.za
developer experience
deploy with a git push. preview every change.
no cpanel, no ftp, no ssh keys, no docker configs. just push your code and we handle the rest.
if you've used vercel or netlify, you'll feel right at home.
- 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.
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.
managed postgresql
provision a database with one click. same data center as your app. connection strings auto-injected into your environment.
daily backups
automated backups to cloud storage. restore with one click. sleep soundly knowing your data is safe.
for digital agencies
stop apologizing for
slow client sites.
your clients don't care about "edge networks"—they care that their site feels slow. give them local speed without going back to cpanel and ftp.
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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.
invoice_preview.pdf
item cost
hosting (pro tier) R 450.00
db (managed postgres) R 0.00
bandwidth (100gb) R 0.00
total R 450.00
* exchange rate: irrelevant
for saas founders
build your saas,
not your infrastructure.
focus on shipping features while we handle the ops. managed databases, automatic ssl, and predictable costs—all running where your south african users are.
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local latency = happier users
your api responses are 10x faster when your app and database run in the same data center. no more 800ms round trips.
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no devops tax
we handle ssl certificates, daily backups, and os updates. you ship product.
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predictable costs
flat zar pricing means no nasty surprises when you start scaling. budget with confidence.
api_response.json
global platform (us-east)
GET /api/users/me
zanode (south africa)
GET /api/users/me
* measured from south africa
wordpress hosting
yes, we host
wordpress too.
we know your agency has legacy sites. bring them here. we treat wordpress like a modern app—containerized, isolated, and popia-compliant. no cpanel. no ftp. just fast, secure wordpress.
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containerized & isolated
each wordpress site runs in its own docker container with a dedicated mysql database. no shared hosting nightmares.
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headless-ready
use wordpress as a headless cms for your next.js frontend. best of both worlds, running in south africa.
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automated backups
daily backups stored locally in south africa. one-click restore when plugins break things.
one-click wordpress
WordPress 6.4
+ MySQL 8.0
container: isolated
database: managed mysql
ssl: auto-provisioned
location: south africa
deploy time: ~30 seconds
what you get with zanode
modern developer experience. local infrastructure. predictable pricing.
| feature | legacy local | global paas | zanode |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployment | ftp / ssh / cpanel | git push | git push |
| function latency* | local | ~300ms+ | local |
| 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.
frequently asked questions
where are your servers located?
our servers run in south africa on enterprise-grade infrastructure. this ensures low 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 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, south africa is the default—not a premium upgrade. you get local latency on the R150 plan.
how do i migrate from vercel or netlify?
connect your existing github repository, and we'll auto-detect your framework and build settings. most projects deploy in under 5 minutes with zero config changes.
what about serverless functions and image optimization?
both are on our roadmap. serverless functions (node.js and python) are coming in early 2025. edge image optimization will follow shortly after. join the waitlist to get early access.
simple, local pricing
all prices in ZAR. no currency surprises.
monthly
annual
2 months free
hobby
for side projects & learning
R0
free for 3 months, then R30/mo
- 1 project
- 128 MB RAM
- 10 GB bandwidth
- automated SSL
- weekly backups
developer
for freelancers & indie hackers
R150 /mo
- 3 projects
- 512 MB RAM
- 100 GB bandwidth
- shared PostgreSQL
- preview URLs
- custom domains
pro
for startups & production apps
R400 /mo
- 10 projects
- 2 GB RAM
- 400 GB bandwidth
- dedicated PostgreSQL
- cron jobs
- priority support
team
for agencies & growing teams
R800 /seat/mo
- unlimited projects
- 4 GB RAM
- 500 GB bandwidth
- PostgreSQL + Redis
- 99.9% SLA
- dedicated support
all tiers include automated SSL & git-push deploys
be one of the first to try zanode
we're opening early access to the first 500 developers. secure your spot now.
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