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Tailscale

TAILSCALE

Tailscale is a zero-config WireGuard-based VPN for secure device connections across clouds, VPCs, and on-premises networks. Easily deploy and manage private networks, streamline access control, and enhance AI security. Unlock seamless, firewall-rule-free connectivity for Linux, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices with Tailscale's premium open-source solution.

GITHUB STARS
31k
+12% this month
FORKS
2.5k
Active community
LAST PUSH
Apr 24, 2026
High momentum
WATCHERS
199
Tracking updates
LICENSE
BSD-3-Clause
Commercial use
**Tailscale** is a VPN that connects devices securely across networks. It is built for teams who need to access resources remotely. Tailscale runs on various platforms, including Linux, Windows, and macOS.

High Performance

Built for speed and minimal overhead.

Self-hostable

Docker, Kubernetes, or bare metal

Developer Native

Programmable via any language workflow

SUPPORTED LANGUAGES

Go
Go
C
C
TypeScript
TypeScript
Shell
Shell
Swift
Swift
HTML
HTML
CSS
CSS
PowerShell
PowerShell
Rust
Rust
Makefile
Makefile
Nix
Nix
Dockerfile
Dockerfile
Lua
Lua
JavaScript
JavaScript
Go Template
Go Template

VISUAL INTERFACE

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The Quick Glance

Status
Active
Category
Security & Privacy
Pricing
Freemium
Self-Hosted
No
Available on
Windows
macOS
Linux
Latest Release
v1.96.4
Mar 27, 2026

Relative Standing — across 1,284 tools

STARS31k
Top 11% globally
FORKS2.5k
Top 17% in Open Source
ACTIVITYVery High
Top 17% Activity
WATCHERS199
Top 18% Community