FireZone
Replace your VPN with zero-trust access built on WireGuard. Fast, scalable network security with simple policies and identity provider integration.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/firezone/firezone or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Appgate.
Replaces 5 paid apps
up to $30/mo ($360/yr) in subscriptions
FireZone FAQ
Common questions
Is FireZone free and open source?+
FireZone is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Replace your VPN with zero-trust access built on WireGuard. Fast, scalable network security with simple policies and identity provider integration.
What paid software does FireZone replace?+
FireZone serves as a free replacement for 5 paid SaaS applications: Appgate, Cisco Secure Access, Teleport, Twingate, Zerotier, saving up to $30/month ($360/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up FireZone?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/firezone/firezone or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with FireZone?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Appgate.