Tailscale
WireGuard-based zero-trust mesh VPN networking
Tailscale Inc. is a software company based in Toronto, Ontario, founded in 2019 by former Google engineers. The company specializes in a software-defined mesh VPN service called Tailscale, which enables secure, zero-config peer-to-peer networking. Launched in 2020, Tailscale quickly gained popularity, particularly during the rise of remote work, and has since attracted a diverse customer base, including small businesses and Fortune 500 companies.
Tailscale's VPN-as-a-service is built on WireGuard and offers features like peer-to-peer connectivity, web-based management, and support for multiple platforms, including iOS, macOS, Windows, and Linux. The service simplifies networking for developers and IT teams, enhancing productivity for remote and hybrid work environments. Tailscale emphasizes ease of use and aims to rebuild the internet around secure connections, making it a valuable tool for organizations needing efficient and secure networking solutions.