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

Your First Tunnel

Create your first tunnel in 30 seconds or less. This guide walks you through the process step by step.

Prerequisites: Make sure you have InstaTunnel installed. If not, check the Installation section first.

Step 1: Start Your Application

First, make sure your local application is running:

# Example: Start a simple HTTP server

$ python -m http.server 3000

Serving HTTP on 0.0.0.0 port 3000...

Step 2: Create Your First Tunnel

# Create tunnel to port 3000

$ instatunnel 3000

[OK] Tunnel created: https://abc123.instatunnel.my

[INFO] URL copied to clipboard.

[INFO] Forwarding https://abc123.instatunnel.my -> localhost:3000

Step 3: Test Your Tunnel

Open the tunnel URL in your browser or share it with others. Your local application is now accessible worldwide!

Congratulations. You have created your first InstaTunnel. The URL stays active while the tunnel is running.