About
localhost.run is an SSH-based tunneling service that exposes a local web application to the internet through a remote tunnel endpoint. A developer can connect by running an SSH reverse tunnel command such as ssh -R 80:localhost:8080 nokey@localhost.run, which maps a local port to a public hostname with TLS termination.
The service includes a perpetual free offering for sharing local web apps, with no download or signup required. It also supports custom domains through a paid subscription, automatic TLS certificate generation, and tunnels for non-HTTP protocols and encrypted TLS connections.
- SSH reverse tunnel access
- Public hostname with TLS termination
- No download or signup
- Forever free shared domains
- Custom domains subscription
- Non-HTTP protocol tunneling
Free Tier Value
This free tier is perpetual and has no stated usage cap, so it’s effectively an uncapped always-free offering rather than a limited trial. Because the free domains remain free indefinitely and there’s no signup or credit-card friction mentioned, the practical monthly value is best treated as unbounded rather than compared to the $9/month paid custom-domain option.
What's included in the free tier
Verified
- Free domains that remain free indefinitely.
- Instantly share a web application running on any computer.
See localhost.run pricing for current limits.
Paid plans
Custom domain subscription
- custom domain subscription
- 1
- Attach your own domain name or a stable lhr.rocks domain
- Custom domains admin console
- TLS termination for tunnels
Pricing extracted from localhost.run's pricing page. Always verify current pricing before committing.
Common questions
Is localhost.run free forever?
Yes. localhost.run is free forever, with no time limit and no usage threshold that forces a paid plan.
Does localhost.run require a credit card?
No. You can start on localhost.run's free tier without entering card details.
What happens when you exceed localhost.run's free tier?
You move to a paid plan. localhost.run's cheapest paid plan is Custom domain subscription at $9 / month.
What is localhost.run's free tier worth?
localhost.run's free tier has no dollar cap - it's unlimited, with no usage threshold that forces a paid plan. That maps to an FTV score of 99/100. The FTV score is explained at freetier.co/ftv.
