# HeC - Unofficial Hetzner Cloud — Hetzner Cloud in Your Pocket

> Unofficial iOS client for managing Hetzner Cloud infrastructure. (iPhone/iPad app by Dorian Borovina.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hec-unofficial-hetzner-cloud/id6758351166 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dorian Borovina](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772141221)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.5 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hec-unofficial-hetzner-cloud/id6758351166/reviews.md

## What is HeC?

Your Hetzner Cloud infrastructure, always with you.

HeC is the most complete iOS client for Hetzner Cloud. Monitor servers, manage DNS, deploy resources, and respond to incidents from anywhere.

No official Hetzner app exists. HeC fills that gap with a fully native SwiftUI experience built for iOS. No web views, no compromises.

This is an independent, third-party app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Hetzner Online GmbH.

FREE TIER (Read-only)
- Live dashboard with a world map of your server locations
- Real-time CPU, disk I/O, and network metrics with interactive charts
- Home screen widgets for infrastructure overview and server status
- Browse all servers, volumes, networks, load balancers, firewalls, DNS zones, and server labels
- Server action history with filtering
- View firewall rules, SSH keys, certificates, and DNS records
- Hetzner Status feed with live incidents and maintenance
- Switch between multiple projects instantly
- Face ID and Touch ID authentication
- Full dark mode and light mode support

PREMIUM
Everything above, plus full read and write control:

Monitoring and Alerts
- Push notifications for server status changes
- CPU, disk, and network threshold alerts
- Batch monitoring for all servers in a project
- Stock alerts for sold out server types

Servers
- Create, delete, and fully manage cloud servers
- One-click Apps: deploy pre-installed software like Coolify, Docker, WordPress, Nextcloud, and GitLab, with built-in instructions for accessing each app after deploy
- Cloud-init editor with templates, form builder, and YAML editor
- VNC console access directly from your device
- Power controls, rescue mode, root password reset
- Rebuild, upgrade, downgrade, attach ISOs
- Label Inspector for bulk add, update, or remove of Hetzner labels across many servers at once

DNS
- Full zone management with all 16 record types
- Zone file editor with BIND format export and import
- SPF, DKIM, and DMARC email security wizards
- SOA configuration and zone protection

Networking
- Private networks with subnets and routes
- Load Balancers with services, targets, and health checks
- Floating IPs and Primary IPs
- Firewalls with granular inbound and outbound rules

Storage and Security
- Block storage volumes with attach and resize
- Server snapshots and automatic backups
- Storage Boxes with sub-accounts
- SSH keys and TLS/SSL certificates
- Placement groups and protection settings

Cost Optimization
- Right-sizing recommendations
- Unused resource detection
- Full monthly cost breakdown

SECURITY FIRST
- 100% native SwiftUI, no web views
- API keys in the iOS Keychain, protected by biometrics
- Push service uses a verified read-only token

GET STARTED IN 30 SECONDS
1. Generate an API token at console.hetzner.cloud
2. Open HeC and paste your token
3. Your entire project loads instantly

Free to monitor. Upgrade to take full control.

Terms and conditions: https://apps.borovina.com/hec/terms/terms.html
Privacy policy: https://apps.borovina.com/hec/privacy-policy/privacy-policy.html

## Key features

- Server monitoring and management
- DNS zone management
- Resource deployment with One-Click Apps
- Push notifications for alerts
- Cost optimization recommendations
- Native SwiftUI interface
- Face ID and Touch ID authentication

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $44.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #173 in Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hec-unofficial-hetzner-cloud/id6758351166/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The App Hetzner Should have build Themselves.

*2026-05-12*

Exactly what I wanted from a Hetzner mobile client. The UI is snappy, status is at a glance, and the actions I actually need are one tap away. Whoever built this clearly uses Hetzner themselves. No ads, no nonsense.

**Developer response:** Thanks so much for the kind words, Eddy.me!
Glad you're enjoying the app! :)

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2026-02-20*

I was lucky enough that I never wanted a Hetzner app until now, and there it is! It’s slick, fast and feels like Hetzner. The only thing I’m missing before I go premium is S3 support. I didn’t try multi-account yet, apparently it’s possible, that’d be my other requirement. Thanks for this!!

**Developer response:** Hey Nils! 

Thank you so much for the kind words and the 5-star review, really appreciate the support!

Regarding S3 support: unfortunately, Hetzner doesn't offer a public API for Object Storage yet, so there's no way to integrate it at the moment. 
That said, it's very much on my radar, and as soon as Hetzner opens up that API, I'll be implementing it.

Great news on multi-account. It's fully supported as of v1.3! 
Here's how to set it up:
1. On the login screen, add multiple API keys and save each one with a project label.
2. Once you're logged in with one of them, press and hold anywhere in the menu bar and a project switcher will pop up.

One prerequisite: Face ID needs to be enabled for the switcher to work.

If you ever have questions or feature requests, feel free to reach out anytime on x.com/dorianborovina for much faster turnaround and support!

Thanks again, and enjoy HeC!
Dorian

### 5/5 — Finally Hetzner Cloud on iOS

*2026-02-07*

Everything I need to manage my servers on the go. Great work!

**Developer response:** Thanks so much! Glad you liked it!

## Frequently asked questions about HeC

### Does HeC have ads?

No, HeC is ad-free. The app is developed with a focus on user experience and security, ensuring no advertisements interfere with your workflow.

### What is the difference between the free and premium versions of HeC?

The free tier of HeC offers read-only access to monitor your Hetzner Cloud infrastructure, including live dashboards and server status. The premium version unlocks full read and write control, enabling server creation, management, advanced DNS features, and push notifications for alerts.

### How often is HeC updated?

The latest version of HeC is 1.9, and it was last updated on June 21, 2026. This indicates a commitment to regular updates and improvements for the application.

### Is HeC available on Android?

HeC is designed as a fully native SwiftUI experience specifically for iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad. An Android version is not mentioned in the provided information.

### What kind of security features does HeC offer?

HeC prioritizes security with a 100% native SwiftUI interface, avoiding web views. API keys are stored securely in the iOS Keychain, protected by biometrics like Face ID and Touch ID.

### Can I deploy applications like WordPress or Docker with HeC?

Yes, the premium version of HeC allows for one-click deployments of pre-installed software, including options like Coolify, Docker, WordPress, Nextcloud, and GitLab, with integrated instructions for post-deployment access.

### What are the cost optimization features in HeC?

The premium version of HeC includes cost optimization tools such as right-sizing recommendations for your resources, detection of unused resources, and a full monthly cost breakdown to help manage your Hetzner Cloud expenses.

### How does HeC compare to an official Hetzner Cloud app?

HeC is an independent, third-party client as no official Hetzner app currently exists for iOS. It aims to fill this gap by providing a comprehensive, native experience for managing your Hetzner Cloud infrastructure.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.1 — 2026-07-04

HeC 1.9.1 fixes a "Data Error" that stopped servers and Primary IPs from loading after a recent change to Hetzner's API. Everything loads correctly again. 

Thanks for using HeC! 

If you run into anything, reach out at hec@apps.borovina.com

### 1.9 — 2026-06-21

HeC 1.9 brings Hetzner Apps to server creation, so you can deploy popular software that comes pre-installed and ready to use the moment your server boots.

- One-click Apps: a new Apps tab in the Create Server screen lets you pick from all 12 Hetzner Apps, including Coolify, Docker CE, GitLab CE, Nextcloud, WordPress, WireGuard, and more, each with its own logo and recommended server type.
- App details at a glance: tap Show details on any app to see what it does, the recommended server type, and the packages it installs along with their licenses.
- How to access your app: every app explains exactly how to reach it after deployment, with the setup steps, default credentials, and ports. You will also find these steps later on the server's detail screen.

Thanks for using HeC! If you have ideas or run into anything, reach out at hec@apps.borovina.com

### 1.8.7 — 2026-06-20

HeC 1.8.7 makes your cost estimates accurate for servers you created before Hetzner's recent price increase.

- Locked-in server prices: Hetzner's 15 June 2026 price increase applies only to new servers. Servers you created before then keep their original lower price, and the cost overview now shows that locked-in rate instead of the higher current one, with a small lock marker on each affected server.
- Smarter optimization: cost suggestions no longer recommend rebuilding or merging a server that's on the older price, since recreating it would move it to today's higher rates. Resizing a server also moves it to current pricing.

Special thanks to Johannes for reporting this.

Thanks for using HeC! If you have ideas or run into anything, reach out at hec@apps.borovina.com

### 1.8.6 — 2026-06-09

HeC 1.8.6 makes Load Balancer setup smarter and helps you stay in control of your free trial.
  
- Smarter Load Balancer ports: pick HTTPS for a service and the listen port now suggests 443, matching how Hetzner terminates TLS. You can still set any port you like.
- Trial reminders: start a free trial and HeC can give you a heads-up about 24 hours before it converts, so there are no surprises. It's a local reminder, nothing leaves your device.

Thanks for using HeC! If you have ideas or run into anything, reach out at hec@apps.borovina.com

### 1.8.5 — 2026-06-07

HeC 1.8.5 gives you more control over how prices are shown, makes pricing more accurate across projects, and keeps the app in step with Hetzner's latest API changes.
  
- Show prices with or without VAT: a new switch in Settings lets you see every price with VAT or as the net amount, ideal for business users. Your choice applies across the whole app, from create screens to the billing overview.
- Accurate VAT per project: prices now reflect the correct VAT rate for your account and update right away when you switch projects, instead of carrying over from the previous one.
- Live snapshot pricing: the Create Snapshot screen now pulls its per-GB price straight from Hetzner, so it always matches your account's current rate.
- Ready for Hetzner's API changes: Load Balancer types now use Hetzner's new deprecation field, so retired types stay hidden when you create or resize a Load Balancer. Nothing for you to do.

Thanks for using HeC! If you have ideas or run into anything, reach out at hec@apps.borovina.com

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