Free Windows utility · MIT open source

Share local sites
instantly.

Turn a Laragon, Local, XAMPP or WampServer site into a temporary public preview link—without changing your database or creating an account.

Version 2.0.0 · Windows 10/11 · No telemetry · No account

CoolTunnel app identity
Works withLocalLaragonXAMPPWampServerWordPress

Built for local development

One link. Your real local site.

Quick Tunnel sharing

Starts and stops Cloudflare Quick Tunnels with live status, logs, copy and open controls.

Local router compatibility

Handles Site Domains, localhost ports, virtual hosts and subfolder installations through a private loopback proxy.

WordPress-aware

Reversible, backed-up fixes keep internal links, media, wp-admin and redirects on the temporary public hostname.

Reusable profiles

Save local URLs and WordPress paths, favorite common projects and share sanitized profile packs with teammates.

Privacy first

No account, telemetry or remote data collection. Settings and diagnostic information stay on your computer.

Safe by design

Context-isolated Electron APIs, loopback-only proxying, safe process launching and reversible file changes.

CoolTunnel dashboard

A clear workflow

From local URL to public preview.

  1. Start your site in Local, Laragon, XAMPP or WampServer.
  2. Enter the URL you already use locally.
  3. Apply the optional WordPress compatibility fix.
  4. Start the tunnel and share the generated link.
Follow the quick-start guide →

Get started

Ready in a few minutes.

1

Install

Download the Windows installer and complete setup.

2

Choose a site

Enter a local URL or save it as a reusable profile.

3

Share

Start the tunnel and send the temporary public URL.

Verify downloads with the SHA-256 checksum supplied beside every GitHub release.

Frequently asked questions

Good to know.

Is CoolTunnel a hosting service?

No. It creates temporary preview links for development and testing. Cloudflare Quick Tunnels have no SLA and are not intended for production hosting.

Does it change my WordPress database?

No. CoolTunnel uses marked, reversible files and timestamped backups. Database URLs remain unchanged.

Does CoolTunnel collect analytics?

No. CoolTunnel has no telemetry, account requirement or remote collection of site paths and logs.

Where can I get help?

Use the CoolTunnel support page and include a redacted diagnostic bundle when reporting an issue.