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Tunnely

Tunnely is a simple Minecraft mod that tunnels your local host server to the internet, letting friends join easily. No microtransactions, no paywalls, no funding — just free, hassle-free hosting.

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Compatibility

Minecraft: Java Edition

1.21.x
1.20.x
1.19.2–1.19.4

Platforms

Supported environments

Client-side
Server-side
Client and server
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Creators

Bobcat
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Details

Licensed GPL-3.0-or-later
Published 2 months ago
Updated 16 hours ago

Tunnely – Simple, Free Server Tunneling

Tunnely is a lightweight Minecraft mod that makes hosting a server for friends as easy as pressing a button. It tunnels your local world straight to the internet — no port forwarding, no subscriptions, no hidden fees. Just a clean, free solution for casual multiplayer.

Privacy bonus: Friends who join never see your IP address — all connections are securely tunneled through our servers.

Features

  • Host your local world and share it with friends instantly
  • One-click tunneling, no technical setup required
  • Friends never see your real IP address
  • 100% free — no paywalls, no microtransactions
  • Works like “Essentials-style” tunneling, but without the strings attached

How to Host & Invite Friends

Step 1: Open the Tunnely Menu

Press G in-game to launch the menu.

Tunnely Menu Example

Step 2: Create an Account

Sign up quickly and for free. You’ll get a confirmation email in seconds.

Registration Example

Step 3: Host a Game

Click Host Game to start tunneling your local world.

Host Game Example

Step 4: Share the Connection

Press Copy URI — this generates a special link you can send to your friends.

  • Friends can paste it in their Multiplayer menu
  • Or connect directly through the Friends Menu in Tunnely

Copy URI Example

Modpack Makers Config

The mod includes an optional modpack filter so servers only show up for players using the same pack.

[modpack]
    # Modpack identifier. Servers will only be shown if they match this ID.
    # Leave empty to disable filtering.
    id = "dev"

    # Modpack version. Servers will only be shown if they match this version as well.
    version = "1.0.0"

If a server has a modpack ID or version set, only players with matching values in their config will see it in the server list.

You can also use the special ID "vanilla+" to indicate lightweight packs that add quality-of-life mods but still allow vanilla clients to connect.

How it Works

  • If you set an ID, players using your modpack will only see servers that declare the same ID.
  • If you also set a version, players will only see servers running that specific version of your pack.
  • Leaving both values empty disables filtering, and all public servers will be shown.

Example Use Case

  • A modpack maker releases “SkyTech” with ID skytech and version 1.2.0.
  • Servers running that modpack will advertise the same values.
  • Players with Tunnely configured to id = "skytech" and version = "1.2.0" will only see those servers, keeping the server list clean and compatible.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Do I need to port forward? A: Nope! Tunnely handles all tunneling for you — no router setup needed.

Q: Is it safe? A: Yes. Your real IP is hidden because players connect through our servers.

Q: Does this cost money? A: No. Unlike other tunneling services, Tunnely has no microtransactions, subscriptions, or donations. It’s completely free.

Q: How do my friends join? A: After you hit Copy URI, just send them that link. They can paste it in their multiplayer menu, or connect via the Friends Menu in Tunnely.

Q: What versions of Minecraft are supported? A: Currently works with Forge/Fabric (depending on your build). More versions may be supported in the future.

Q: Can modpack creators limit which servers their players see? A: Yes. Modpack authors can configure an ID and optional version in Tunnely-client.toml. This makes sure players only see servers that match their pack, preventing confusion and incompatibility.

Community & Support

Need help, found a bug, or want to suggest a feature? Join us here: Tunnely Discord

Sponsors

This project is proudly sponsored by:

Terms of Service (Tunnely Mod)

Important: These terms are for the Tunnely mod only. They are not the Terms of Service of Minecraft/Mojang Studios/Microsoft, CurseForge, or Modrinth. Tunnely is an independent mod and is not affiliated with those platforms.

Version (Last Updated): 2025-08-17

Overview

Tunnely is a free, community-driven Minecraft mod that allows players to host and join multiplayer worlds without traditional server hosting. By using Tunnely, you agree to these terms and acknowledge that your use of the service is at your own risk.

How the Relay Works

When you host a session through Tunnely, our relay server assigns your session a temporary public port. Friends connecting to you will connect through this relay. The relay does not store game data; it simply forwards encrypted Minecraft traffic between the host and the joiner. A session stays active only while the host is online. Once the host disconnects, the session and its assigned port are automatically closed. For stability, the relay enforces connection limits and performs heartbeat checks to ensure inactive sessions are cleaned up quickly. No permanent gameplay data is stored on the relay.

Acceptable Use

You may not use Tunnely for illegal activities, harassment, cheating, or infringement of intellectual property. Abuse of the relay system, such as spamming connections or attempting to disrupt other users, may result in restrictions or suspension.

Accounts

To use Tunnely’s online features, you must register an account. You are responsible for keeping your login credentials secure and for all activity performed under your account.

Warranty Disclaimer

Tunnely is provided "as is" with no warranties, express or implied. We do not guarantee uninterrupted service, availability, or compatibility. Use the mod and relay at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Tunnely’s developers are not liable for any damages arising from the use of the service, including but not limited to data loss, account issues, downtime, or connection problems.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service periodically. If significant changes are made, we will notify users through the mod or our website. Continued use of Tunnely after updates constitutes agreement to the revised terms.

Data Collection

  • Email
    Purpose: Authentication with Supabase
    Retention: Until account deletion by you or per policy

  • Minecraft UUID/Username
    Purpose: Displaying your profile and friends list
    Retention: Until account deletion

  • Friend relationships
    Purpose: Enable friend discovery and invites
    Retention: Until you remove friends or delete your account

  • Temporary game session keys
    Purpose: Allow friends to join your hosted session
    Retention: Ephemeral; removed when session ends

Contact

Email: support@battleforgepc.com