Secure Tunnels for
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Expose your local server to the internet in seconds.
Production-ready security, developer-friendly experience.
Everything you need for
local development
Port Buddy is packed with features to help you develop, test, and demo your applications faster without compromising on security.
Custom Domains
Bring your own domain name. We automatically provision and manage SSL certificates for you.
TCP & UDP Tunnels
Expose any TCP or UDP service. Databases, SSH, RDP, game servers, IoT protocols, and more.
Secure by Default
Automatic HTTPS for all HTTP tunnels. End-to-end encryption keeps your data safe.
WebSockets Support
Full support for WebSockets. Perfect for real-time applications, chat apps, and game servers.
Static Subdomains
Reserve your own subdomains on our platform. Keep your URLs consistent across restarts.
Private Tunnels
Protect your tunnels with basic auth or IP allowlisting. Control who can access your local apps.
How it works
A high-performance edge network that routes traffic securely to your machine.
Public Visitor
Accesses your app via
*.portbuddy.dev
Port Buddy Cloud
Auth, SSL Termination &
Request Routing
Your Machine
Loved by developers
"Finally, a tunneling tool that is simple, fast, and doesn't break. I use it daily for webhook testing."
"The custom domain feature is a lifesaver. Being able to show clients a consistent URL during demos is huge."
"I switched from ngrok because of the pricing, but stayed for the speed. Port Buddy is blazing fast."
Built for modern workflows
From webhooks to client demos, Port Buddy streamlines your development workflow. Stop deploying just to test a small change.
Test Webhooks
Receive webhooks from Stripe, GitHub, or Twilio directly to your localhost.
Demo to Clients
Share your work in progress with clients or colleagues instantly.
Mobile Testing
Test your responsive designs on real mobile devices via public URL.
app.post('/webhook', (req, res) => {
const event = req.body;
// Handle the event locally
console.log('Received event:', event.type);
if (event.type === 'payment_succeeded') {
fulfillOrder(event.data);
}
res.json({received: true});
});Simple, transparent pricing
Start for free, upgrade as you grow.
Pro
Perfect for hobbyists and individual developers working on side projects.
Team
For growing teams that need more resources and collaboration features.
Detailed Comparison
Choose the plan that fits your development needs.
| Feature | Pro | Team |
|---|---|---|
| HTTP Tunnels | ||
| TCP Tunnels | ||
| UDP Tunnels | ||
| SSL for HTTP | ||
| Static Subdomains | ||
| Custom Domains | ||
| Private Tunnels | ||
| Web Socket Support | ||
| Free Tunnels | 1 tunnel | 10 tunnels |
| Extra Tunnels | $1/mo each | $1/mo each |
| Team Members | ||
| SSO | Coming soon | |
| Support | Community | Priority |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. All traffic is encrypted end-to-end. We use industry-standard TLS encryption for tunnels. For private tunnels, you can enforce Basic Auth or IP Allowlisting.
Port Buddy is designed to be a simpler, more affordable alternative with a focus on developer experience. We offer features like static subdomains and custom domains at a much lower price point.
Absolutely. You can connect your own domain name (e.g., tunnel.yourcompany.com) and we will automatically handle SSL certificates for you.
Yes, TCP and UDP tunnels are supported. This is perfect for exposing databases, game servers, or RDP/SSH connections.
Ready to code from anywhere?
Join thousands of developers who trust Port Buddy for their local development.