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Description

Headscale serves as an open-source, self-managed version of the control server utilized by the Tailscale network, allowing users to maintain complete ownership of their private tailnets while employing Tailscale clients. It offers capabilities for registering users and nodes, generating pre-authentication keys, advertising subnet routes and exit nodes, enforcing access controls, and integrating with identity providers like OIDC/SAML for user authentication. The server can be deployed using Debian/Ubuntu packages or as standalone binaries and is configurable through a YAML file, with management options available via its command-line interface or REST API. Headscale maintains a comprehensive database that tracks each node, route, and user, supports workflows for route approvals, and offers features such as subnet routing, the designation of exit nodes, and direct node-to-node connections within the tailnet. By being self-hosted, it empowers organizations and enthusiasts to retain complete control over their private network endpoints, encryption keys, and traffic flows, eliminating reliance on a commercial control plane. This level of control not only enhances security but also provides flexibility for users to customize their networking solutions according to their specific needs.

Description

Establishing a secure network among your servers, computers, and cloud instances is vital, and Tailscale simplifies this process, functioning seamlessly even when systems are divided by firewalls or subnets. Instead of grappling with a convoluted and fragile setup of firewalls, regulations, and vulnerabilities while questioning the adequacy of your network's security, you can enjoy direct device connections from any location or networking setup. This is achieved without compromising your firewall's integrity. Devices are only allowed to connect once they authenticate through your current identity provider, facilitating easy implementation of multi-factor authentication, revoking access for former employees, and much more. You can also establish role-based access controls to limit access to sensitive servers or permit contractors to view only what is necessary. Furthermore, every connection is meticulously logged from both ends, and this information can be accessed via a user-friendly dashboard and logging API, ensuring transparency and accountability in your network operations. Ultimately, Tailscale empowers you to maintain a robust security posture while simplifying network management.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

Active Directory No 
CodeSandbox No 
Control D No 
Debian Yes 
GitHub No 
Gmail No 
Google Workspace No 
Indent No 
Kasm Workspaces No 
LobsterTank No 
Microsoft 365 No 
Motileo No 
Okta No 
OneLogin No 
Oneleet No 
Pomerium No 
RunReveal No 
Thunder Compute No 
Truto No 
Workers by Delos No 

Integrations

Active Directory Yes 
CodeSandbox Yes 
Control D Yes 
Debian No 
GitHub Yes 
Gmail Yes 
Google Workspace Yes 
Indent Yes 
Kasm Workspaces Yes 
LobsterTank Yes 
Microsoft 365 Yes 
Motileo Yes 
Okta Yes 
OneLogin Yes 
Oneleet Yes 
Pomerium Yes 
RunReveal Yes 
Thunder Compute Yes 
Truto Yes 
Workers by Delos Yes 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$5 per user per month
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Juan Font

Country

Netherlands

Website

headscale.net/stable/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Tailscale

Founded

2019

Website

tailscale.com

Product Features

Product Features

VPN

Anonymous Browsing No 
DNS Leak Protection No 
For Digital Security No 
For Financial Security No 
For Gaming No 
For Streaming No 
Kill Switch No 
Multi-Language No 
Multi-Protocol No 
Peer-to-Peer No 
Policy Management No 
Remote Access No 
Web Inspection No 
White Label No 

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