Answer-first summary

Where should I start in InstaTunnel docs?

Follow this order: Install CLI, authenticate, run first tunnel, then move to MCP/webhooks/referrals based on your use case. Use CLI Flags and Troubleshooting for day-to-day operations.

Last reviewed: March 5, 2026
Compatibility: Core docs align with CLI v1 default and MCP --transport v2 for streaming clients.

Quick command

instatunnel auth login -e you@example.com && instatunnel 3000 --subdomain docs-demo

Common failures and quick fixes

  • Auth not persisted-Run instatunnel auth set-key it_your_api_key to store your key locally.
  • Webhook 401 signature errors-Use provider-specific secret verification guides in /docs/webhooks before production tests.

Evidence and trust

Use these references when evaluating compatibility, reliability, and security posture.

Release cadence

CLI and docs release notes are updated continuously, with version-specific compatibility notes.

View release notes

Security controls

Review policy enforcement, auth layers, and operational safeguards in the security whitepaper.

Open security whitepaper

Reliability runbooks

Troubleshooting guides cover common failures, recovery steps, and CLI compatibility baselines.

Read troubleshooting guides

Advanced Options

Advanced InstaTunnel features for power users, complex applications, and enterprise environments.

⚡ Framework Shortcuts

React Development

# Auto-detect React dev server (port 3000)
$ instatunnel --react
🔍 Auto-detected service on port 3000
✅ Tunnel created: https://abc123.instatunnel.my

Automatically detects React development server running on port 3000.

Next.js Development

# Auto-detect Next.js dev server (port 3000)
$ instatunnel --next
🔍 Auto-detected service on port 3000
✅ Tunnel created: https://def456.instatunnel.my

Automatically detects Next.js development server running on port 3000.

Laravel Development

# Auto-detect Laravel dev server (port 8000)
$ instatunnel --laravel
🔍 Auto-detected service on port 8000
✅ Tunnel created: https://ghi789.instatunnel.my

Automatically detects Laravel development server running on port 8000.

📱 Additional Features

QR Code Generation

# Generate QR code for mobile testing
$ instatunnel 3000 --qr
✅ Tunnel created: https://abc123.instatunnel.my
📱 QR code available for mobile testing

Generates a QR code that mobile devices can scan to quickly access your tunnel.

Social Sharing

# Generate social media sharing templates
$ instatunnel --share
📱 InstaTunnel Share Text Generator
đŸŽ¯ Copy one of these templates:
🚀 Check out my local app live: [TUNNEL_URL]

Provides ready-to-use templates for sharing your tunnels on social media.

🔐 Authentication & Security

Password Protection

# Protect your tunnel with a password
$ instatunnel 3000 --password mypassword123
✅ Tunnel created: https://abc123.instatunnel.my
🔒 Password protection enabled

Visitors will be prompted for a password before accessing your application. Perfect for client demos or staging environments.

Basic Authentication

# HTTP Basic Auth
$ instatunnel 3000 --auth username:password
✅ Tunnel created: https://abc123.instatunnel.my
🔒 Basic authentication enabled

Standard HTTP Basic Authentication. More secure than password protection for API access.

🌐 Custom Domains & URLs

Custom Domains (Pro)

# Use your own domain (Pro/Business only)
$ instatunnel 3000 --domain myapp.example.com
✅ Tunnel created: https://myapp.example.com
📋 SSL certificate auto-generated

âš ī¸ Note: Custom domain feature is available in CLI but requires Pro/Business plan. Domain configuration is handled through the dashboard.

⚡ Server Configuration

Regional Selection

# Choose server region (default: us)
$ instatunnel 3000 --region us
✅ Tunnel created via US region
# Short form
$ instatunnel 3000 -r us

â„šī¸ Current Implementation: Region selection is available but currently only 'us' region is supported.

⚡ Advanced Usage: Combine multiple options for powerful workflows: instatunnel 3000 --subdomain myapp --password demo123 --qr --region us

Need a quick path?

See plans, then jump into a guided start whenever you are ready.

For MCP endpoints on Pro/Business, use: instatunnel 8787 --mcp.

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