ngrok

What is ngrok?

ngrok is a powerful tool that enables developers to expose local servers behind network address translation (NAT) devices and firewalls to the public internet through secure tunnels. It acts as a reverse proxy, accepting traffic on a public address and relaying it to the local service running on the developer's machine

Highlights

• Enables remote access to locally running web servers, mobile app backends, and other network services without requiring complex network configuration
• Provides a stable, public-facing address for connected devices or personal cloud services deployed in the field
• Facilitates testing and debugging of web applications, webhooks, and mobile apps by allowing developers to test locally without deployment
• Supports multiple platforms, making it accessible to developers on various operating systems
• Captures and inspects all traffic through the tunnel for detailed analysis and replay