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Tailscale

WireGuard-based mesh VPN that just works

Tailscale connects your devices and servers in a private WireGuard mesh network with SSO and access controls.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

Categories: Security & Privacy, Home Lab

Looking for something else? See 3 alternatives to Tailscale.

Tailscale compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Tailscale	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
NetBird	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted
Headscale	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Linux
ZeroTier	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Mullvad VPN	Paid	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
IVPN	Paid	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Teleport	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Web, Mac, Windows, Linux

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Questions

Is Tailscale free?

Tailscale is free to start, with paid plans.

What platforms does Tailscale run on?

Tailscale is available for Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android.

What are some alternatives to Tailscale?

Similar indie products include NetBird, Headscale, ZeroTier, Mullvad VPN and 4 more.

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