Headscale (Tailscale OSS)
Open Source BSD-3-ClauseSelf-hosted coordination server for Tailscale networks
Description
Headscale is an open-source implementation of the Tailscale coordination server that allows you to run a WireGuard-based mesh VPN entirely on your own infrastructure. It provides the same user-friendly experience as Tailscale but without dependency on an external service. Headscale supports ACLs, DNS, MagicDNS, and multiple users.
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Platforms
Linux Windows macOS Android iOS Docker
Replaces the following proprietary tools
NordVPN → Headscale (Tailscale OSS)
ExpressVPN → Headscale (Tailscale OSS)
Self-Hosting
Headscale (Tailscale OSS) can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure. Visit the official documentation for installation instructions.
Documentation →Categories
Tags
#tailscale
#wireguard
#mesh-vpn
#zero-config
#go
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