portmaster

The premium Open Source alternative to GlassWire

🎯 Best for:Users seeking granular control over individual application data leaks.
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What is portmaster?

A privacy-focused application firewall that monitors and blocks network connections at the kernel level. It features per-app rules and integrated DNS-over-TLS for system-wide privacy.

Tech Stack
GoVPN & Network

Why portmaster?

  • No account required
  • Kernel-level monitoring
  • Integrated SPN support

Limitations

  • High CPU usage
  • Windows/Linux only
  • Beta status stability
3/5/2026
Last Update
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Forks
82
Issues
GPL-3.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
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$0
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Team Size10 Users
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