Tailscale
Deploy a modern WireGuard-based VPN with zero configuration. Connect devices securely across clouds, VPCs, and on-premises networks without firewall rules.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Local (on your machine)
- Platforms
- desktopcross-platformone-click install
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/tailscale/tailscale or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.
Replaces 5 paid apps
up to $30/mo ($360/yr) in subscriptions
Tailscale FAQ
Common questions
Is Tailscale free and open source?+
Tailscale is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Deploy a modern WireGuard-based VPN with zero configuration. Connect devices securely across clouds, VPCs, and on-premises networks without firewall rules.
What paid software does Tailscale replace?+
Tailscale serves as a free replacement for 5 paid SaaS applications: Appgate, Cisco Secure Access, Cloudflare Tunnel, Twingate, Zerotier, saving up to $30/month ($360/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Tailscale?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/tailscale/tailscale or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
What is the catch or trade-off with Tailscale?+
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.