Is Cloudflared free and open source?

Cloudflared is open-source software under the Apache-2.0 license. Its source code and releases are publicly accessible.

Can I self-host Cloudflared?

Yes, Cloudflared supports self-hosting on your own servers or local infrastructure.

What operating systems and platforms are supported by Cloudflared?

Cloudflared is available on Web.

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Cloudflared

Name: Cloudflared
Author: Cloudflared

A lightweight daemon that securely connects local services to the internet through Cloudflare Tunnel.

Open source·Self-hosting available

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LicenseApache-2.0Read the full license

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Last activityOct 15Repository push date

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A good fit for teams and homelab operators wanting a modern, containerized Cloudflared deployment..

Requires Docker runtime or Docker Compose environment.

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Standard Docker Compose deployment

version: '3.8'
services:
  cloudflared:
    image: cloudflared:latest
    restart: always
    ports:
      - "8080:8080"

About Cloudflared

Cloudflared is a modern self-hosted, privacy-first privacy solution. A lightweight daemon that securely connects local services to the internet through Cloudflare Tunnel. Built for users and teams demanding full data ownership, Cloudflared eliminates proprietary vendor lock-in while delivering an intuitive, reliable experience.

Private & self-sovereign: Complete control over your data with no mandatory cloud account
One-click containerized deployment with Docker and Docker Compose
Full compatibility and responsive operation across Web
Built-in support for cloudflare integration and workflows
Built-in support for cloudflare tunnel integration and workflows
Built-in support for reverse proxy integration and workflows

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