Software-defined network overlay connecting devices, clouds, and networks worldwide.
ZeroTier delivers a software-defined network overlay that connects devices, clouds, and networks anywhere in the world while improving security and reducing complexity. It deploys secure networking without appliances or proprietary equipment and eliminates fragile VPN configurations and legacy network complexity.
Security and connectivity are enforced directly at every endpoint rather than through centralized chokepoints, and the platform reports more than three million connected devices worldwide. ZeroTier serves organizations across defense, manufacturing, and government, and offers a post-quantum ZeroTier Quantum extension implementing the CNSA 2.0 algorithm suite.
Tailscale
Cloud Connectivity, Homelab
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NetBird
NetBird — Zero Trust Network Access Platform
netbird.io
| Attribute | ZeroTier — Software-Defined Network Overlay | Cloud Connectivity, Homelab | NetBird — Zero Trust Network Access Platform | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provider | | | | |
| Founded | 2015 | 2019 | 2021 | |
| Sells To | Enterprise | B2B | Business | |
| Pricing Model | Recurring, Software | B2B Subscription, Freemium, Subscription | B2B Subscription | |
| Ownership | Venture-backed | Private | Private |
Provider
Founded 2015
Sells To Enterprise
Pricing Model Recurring, Software
Ownership Venture-backed
Provider
Founded 2019
Sells To B2B
Pricing Model B2B Subscription, Freemium, Subscription
Ownership Private
Provider
Founded 2021
Sells To Business
Pricing Model B2B Subscription
Ownership Private
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