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bore

Modern, simple CLI tool for tunneling local ports to the internet without configuration.

LicenseMIT
GitHub stars8.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags5 topics
Rust CliLocalhost TunnelNgrok AlternativeTcp TunnelDeveloper Tools
Overview

Why consider bore?

bore is a modern, lightweight TCP tunnel written in Rust. Designed to expose localhost to the world with zero setup, it connects local ports to remote public servers through single-line terminal commands.

Guided learning

Learn bore by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of bore

bore forwards raw TCP traffic instantaneously without requiring accounts, configuration files, or daemon setups.

Quickstart

bash
1# Forward local port 8000 through public bore server
2bore local 8000 --to bore.pub

bore is licensed under the permissive MIT License.

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bore FAQs

bore is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

bore is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

bore is listed as an alternative to ngrok. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.