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LocalXpose

Reverse-proxy tunnel service that puts a local server on a public URL, from a CLI or desktop app.

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About LocalXpose

LocalXpose is a hosted tunnelling service in the same family as ngrok: you run its client on your machine and it gives a local web server, API or device a public address. It handles HTTP and HTTPS on every plan, and paid plans add TCP, TLS and UDP tunnels, custom and wildcard domains, and port forwarding, so it also covers things like game servers, IP cameras or a Raspberry Pi at home. There is both a command-line client (handy in CI jobs and Docker containers) and a graphical app for people who would rather click. Built-in options include basic and key authentication, IP allow lists, rate limiting, header rewriting and a small file server. The free Starter plan is meant for testing: it allows two HTTP(S) tunnels with time limits and shows visitors a warning page first. The Pro plan removes those limits and is billed monthly or yearly, and an Enterprise tier adds an admin dashboard and dedicated capacity. Clients exist for Windows, macOS, Linux, FreeBSD and Docker. The service is run by Freeport Cloud, Inc. in the US.

Best for: Developers who need TCP or UDP tunnels and custom domains at a lower price than ngrok's paid tiers.

Pros and cons

What works

  • TCP, TLS and UDP tunnels as well as HTTP(S) on the paid plan
  • Both a CLI and a desktop GUI client
  • Auth, IP allow lists and rate limiting included on all plans

Why people leave

  • Free tunnels have time limits and an interstitial warning page
  • Smaller and less documented ecosystem than ngrok or Cloudflare Tunnel
  • Hosted only; you can't run the relay server yourself

Top LocalXpose alternatives

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  1. 1ngrok logo
    ngrok

    The best-known tunnel service, with a larger feature set, API gateway features and wider documentation.

    68.8
  2. 2Cloudflare Tunnel logo
    Cloudflare Tunnel

    Free tunnels on Cloudflare's network with no time limits, if your domain is already on Cloudflare.

    64.8
  3. 3Microsoft Dev Tunnels logo
    Microsoft Dev Tunnels

    Free for quick port sharing during development, built into Visual Studio and VS Code.

    61.8

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LocalXpose: common questions

Is LocalXpose free?

LocalXpose has a free plan and paid plans. Free plan: Yes, 2 HTTP(S) tunnels (checked on LocalXpose's own site).

Is LocalXpose open source?

No, LocalXpose is not open source.

What platforms does LocalXpose run on?

LocalXpose is available for Windows, macOS and Linux.

What are the best alternatives to LocalXpose?

The highest-ranked LocalXpose alternatives right now are ngrok, Cloudflare Tunnel and Microsoft Dev Tunnels. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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