---
title: Install portwarp on elementary OS using the Snap Store | Snapcraft
description: Get the latest version of portwarp for on elementary OS - Expose local
  servers to the internet. No config files. No port forwarding. Just works.
url: https://snapcraft.io/install/portwarp/elementary
---

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# Install portwarp on **elementary OS**

# portwarp

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[Install](https://snapcraft.io/install/portwarp/elementary#install)

#### Expose local servers to the internet. No config files. No port forwarding. Just works.

Portwarp is a powerful app that lets you expose local services to the internet in a simple, fast, and hassle-free way. With support for both TCP and UDP protocols, you can open ports directly from your Android device and make your local servers accessible from anywhere — no complex setup, no router configuration, and no port forwarding required.

With Portwarp, you can easily:

Host a website directly from your Android device

Run game servers accessible to external players

Expose APIs, tools, or local services for testing or production

Access your local applications remotely

Everything is designed to work out of the box with a clean and intuitive interface, making it accessible for both developers and everyday users.

Portwarp handles the networking layer for you, creating secure and stable tunnels so your services are reliably available online. It’s the perfect solution if you want to skip complicated network setups and focus on what matters.

⚠️ Important note:
Portwarp offers a free plan with some limitations. On the free plan, you can create up to 3 active tunnels at the same time. For users who need more tunnels, higher performance, or advanced features, a PRO plan is available.

For more details about features, limits, and pricing, visit the official website:
👉 <https://portwarp.com>

Start using Portwarp today and simplify how you expose your services to the internet 🚀

### Package name

* portwarp

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### License

* unset

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### Last updated

* 12 October 2026 - latest/stable

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### Websites

* [portwarp.com](https://portwarp.com/ "https://portwarp.com/")
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## Enable snaps on elementary OS and install portwarp

Snaps are applications packaged with all their dependencies to run on all popular Linux distributions from a single build. They update automatically and roll back gracefully.

Snaps are discoverable and installable from the [Snap Store](https://snapcraft.io/store), an app store with an audience of millions.

### Enable snapd

Snap can be installed on elementary OS from the command line. Open *Terminal* from the Applications launcher and type the following:

```
sudo apt update
sudo apt install snapd
```

Either log out and back in again, or restart your system, to ensure snap’s paths are updated correctly.

### Install portwarp

To install portwarp, simply use the following command:

```
sudo snap install portwarp
```

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