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Alternatives to LocalTunnel for exposing your local development server to the internet

Here are some alternatives to LocalTunnel for exposing your local development server to the internet:

1. Ngrok

  • Description: One of the most popular tools for exposing local servers.
  • Features:
    • Secure tunnels with HTTPS.
    • Detailed request logging and replay.
    • Supports custom subdomains (paid plans).
  • Command:

     ngrok http 8080
    
  • Website: https://ngrok.com


2. Cloudflare Tunnel (Argo Tunnel)


3. Serveo

  • Description: A simple and lightweight alternative.
  • Features:
    • No installation required.
    • Custom subdomains available.
  • Command:

     ssh -R 80:localhost:8080 serveo.net
    
  • Website: https://serveo.net


4. Expose

  • Description: A PHP-based alternative for exposing local servers.
  • Features:
    • Works well with Laravel and other PHP frameworks.
    • Custom subdomains.
  • Command:

     expose share http://localhost:8080
    
  • Website: https://expose.dev


5. Inlets

  • Description: A self-hosted tunnel solution.
  • Features:
    • Ideal for developers who prefer self-hosted solutions.
    • Paid version for production use.
  • Command:

     inlets client --remote wss://your-server --upstream=http://localhost:8080
    
  • Website: https://inlets.dev


6. Pagekite

  • Description: A reliable and long-standing option.
  • Features:
    • Supports HTTP, HTTPS, and SSH tunneling.
    • Free for personal use with bandwidth limits.
  • Command:

     pagekite.py 8080 yourname.pagekite.me
    
  • Website: https://pagekite.net


Comparison

Feature Ngrok Cloudflare Tunnel Serveo Expose Inlets Pagekite
Free Tier
Custom Subdomain ✅ (Paid)
Installation Required Required Not Req. Required Required Required
Self-Hosting

Choose based on your specific requirements, such as ease of use, security, or budget!

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