Tunnely – Simple and Free Server Tunneling

Tunnely is a lightweight Minecraft mod that turns creating a server for friends into a simple one-button process. It brings your local world directly to the internet – without port forwarding, subscriptions, or hidden fees. A simple and free solution for casual multiplayer gaming.

Privacy advantage: Friends who join you never see your IP address – all connections are securely routed through our servers.

Key Features

• Launch your local world and instantly share it with friends
• One-click tunneling without technical setup
• Friends never see your real IP address
• Completely free – no paid features or microtransactions
• Works on the principle of "Essentials-style tunneling" but without limitations

How to Host and Invite Friends

Step 1: Open the Tunnely Menu

Press G in the game to open the menu.

Step 2: Create an Account

Quick and free registration. You'll receive a confirmation email within seconds.

Step 3: Start the Game

Click Host Game to begin tunneling your local world.

Step 4: Share the Connection

Click Copy URI – this creates a special link you can send to friends.

• Friends can paste it in the "Multiplayer" menu
• Or connect directly through the friends menu in Tunnely

Configuration for Modpack Creators

The mod includes an optional modpack filter so servers are only displayed to players with the same mod set.

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

    # Modpack version. Servers will only be shown when this version matches.
    version = "1.0.0"

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

You can also use the special ID "vanilla+" to denote 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 with 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.

Usage Example

• A modpack creator releases «SkyTech» with ID skytech and version 1.2.0.
• Servers running this modpack will announce the same values.
• Players with Tunnely configured to id = "skytech" and version = "1.2.0" will only see these servers, keeping the server list clean and compatible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to forward ports? A: No! Tunnely handles all tunneling for you – no router configuration required.

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

Q: Does it 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 clicking Copy URI, simply send them that link. They can paste it in the multiplayer menu or connect through the friends menu in Tunnely.

Q: Which Minecraft versions are supported? A: Currently works with Forge/Fabric (depending on your build). Other 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 ensures players only see servers matching their pack, preventing confusion and incompatibility.