What is Lokal?
Lokal is a powerful yet simple endpoint management tool that enables developers to share local servers with the outside world in seconds. By leveraging both public URLs and multicast DNS (mDNS), Lokal provides two distinct methods for accessing local endpoints. The public URL option creates an externally accessible link that routes requests to your local machine, ideal for sharing with remote team members, testing webhooks, or demonstrating projects. The mDNS option allows devices on the same local network to discover and connect to your endpoint without requiring internet access, perfect for internal testing or IoT device communication.
Lokal supports multiple protocols including HTTP, HTTPS, TCP, and UDP, making it versatile for a wide range of applications. It requires no installation beyond a single binary and works out of the box with no configuration files. Security is built-in with automatic TLS encryption for public URLs. Developers can run multiple endpoints simultaneously, each with its own unique URL or mDNS name. The tool also includes features like request logging, custom subdomains, and basic authentication options.
Priced at a one-time fee of $57, Lokal offers a cost-effective alternative to subscription-based tunneling services. It is ideal for solo developers, small teams, and enterprise environments that need reliable, fast endpoint sharing without recurring costs. With Lokal, you can say goodbye to complex setup and hello to instant connectivity.
Key Features
Instant public URL generation for local endpoints mDNS support for local network sharing Supports HTTP HTTPS TCP and UDP protocols Automatic TLS encryption for public URLs Run multiple endpoints simultaneously Custom subdomains and basic authentication Request logging and monitoring No configuration required - single command setupWho is it for?
Developers, software engineers, QA testers, and IT professionals who need to share local endpoints for testing, collaboration, or demonstration.
