Question 1

How do I set up a custom subdomain with Tunnelmole?

Accepted Answer

Run `tmole as .tunnelmole.net`, but for the hosted service, you need a paid subscription. Alternatively, self-host the Tunnelmole service for free custom domains using the separate GitHub repo.

Question 2

Tunnelmole vs ngrok: which is better for local testing?

Accepted Answer

Tunnelmole is a great open-source, free alternative to ngrok with HTTPS URLs and programmatic integration. However, ngrok offers more features like a web interface and request inspection, while Tunnelmole is simpler and cost-effective for basic tunneling.

Question 3

How to disable telemetry in Tunnelmole?

Accepted Answer

Set the environment variable `TUNNELMOLE_TELEMETRY=0` before running commands. On Linux/Mac, use `TUNNELMOLE_TELEMETRY=0 tmole <port>`, or add it to your shell startup file for permanent opt-out, as detailed in the README.

Question 4

Can Tunnelmole expose a Docker container to the internet?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Tunnelmole works with Docker containers by tunneling to the local port they expose. Simply run `tmole <port>` where the container's service is running, similar to other local servers.

Question 5

How to integrate Tunnelmole into a Node.js project automatically?

Accepted Answer

Install it as a dependency with `npm install tunnelmole`, then use the `tunnelmole` function in your code or NPM scripts. The README provides examples for starting tunnels programmatically and suppressing logs with environment variables.

Question 6

Is Tunnelmole completely free for custom domains?

Accepted Answer

No, custom subdomains on the hosted Tunnelmole service require a paid subscription. However, you can self-host the service for free to use custom domains without additional costs, though this adds setup complexity.

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