NetBird is a modern, open-source VPN solution that provides secure, peer-to-peer connectivity without the complexity of traditional VPN setups. As a 100% self-hostable alternative to Tailscale, NetBird offers complete control over your network infrastructure.
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Fully Managed NetBird (WireGuard) - SSO, 24/7 monitoring, dedicated instance included
NetBird is a modern, open-source VPN solution that provides secure, peer-to-peer connectivity without the complexity of traditional VPN setups. As a 100% self-hostable alternative to Tailscale, NetBird offers complete control over your network infrastructure.
With 26.9k+ GitHub stars and fully open-source architecture, NetBird enables zero-trust networking using WireGuard protocol. Unlike proprietary solutions, both the client and coordination server are completely open source.
We install, host and operate NetBird for your company - either on our secure, GDPR-compliant infrastructure in Germany or other locations, as well as on-premise in your own environment.
With 24/7 monitoring, enterprise support, backups and professional maintenance, we ensure maximum availability and reliable operation of your NetBird instance.
Full ownership of all components including management server, relay servers, and client agents. No vendor lock-in or external dependencies.
Both client and coordination server are fully open source, allowing complete customization, security audits, and community contributions.
Connect entire LANs, VPCs, and office networks without installing agents on every device. Support for high availability routing and traffic masquerading.
Define precise access control rules between peer groups, networks, and resources with support for protocol-specific restrictions (TCP/UDP/ICMP).
Route traffic based on domain names with support for wildcard domains (*.company.internal) and dynamic DNS resolution every 60 seconds.
Create non-interactive service accounts with API tokens for automation, infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, and third-party integrations.
Choose between SQLite for simple deployments or PostgreSQL for enterprise-scale installations with activity events logging support.
Five user roles (Owner, Admin, Network Admin, Auditor, User) with granular permissions for team management and security compliance.
Multiple routing peers for the same network with automatic failover, load balancing, and metric-based priority selection for critical infrastructure.
Connect AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, and other serverless environments to your private infrastructure without exposing services to the internet. Access databases, APIs, and internal resources securely.
The perfect solution for your individual requirements
See how simple and efficient NetBird works in practice. From installation to productive use.
Professional installation on your infrastructure - on-premise, cloud or hybrid
In your data center
AWS, Azure, Hetzner & more
High-availability setup with comprehensive security and compliance features
Secure access and access control for your installation
WireGuard, NetBird or Tailscale
Keycloak, Authentik, Azure AD
TOTP, WebAuthn, YubiKey
Fail2Ban, Rate Limiting, IP Whitelisting
We set up secure VPN access to your installation - ideal for remote work and external employees.
Full-service installation with no hidden costs
Want to self-host NetBird and keep full control over your VPN infrastructure? We help you with installation and configuration - on your servers.
We install and configure NetBird on your existing infrastructure - Hetzner, AWS, Azure, or on-premise.
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As a Managed Service customer at WZ-IT, you have access to our exclusive portal: Monitor your infrastructure in real-time, schedule maintenance, request quotes, and get direct support - all in one central location.
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NetBird is an open-source platform for zero-trust networks. It enables secure connections between devices, servers, and cloud resources - without a classic VPN gateway. Connections run peer-to-peer and are established automatically when devices come online.
NetBird uses a modern zero-trust model: Each connection is individually authenticated, access is only granted when needed, and there is no central gateway infrastructure that becomes a bottleneck. The result is faster, more secure, and easier-to-scale networks.
Yes, NetBird uses WireGuard as the protocol for encryption. WireGuard is fast, modern, and is considered the most secure VPN protocol currently available. NetBird builds on it and adds management, authentication, and zero-trust features.
Yes, NetBird is fully open source and can be completely self-hosted. This includes the management server, relay servers, and authentication. This way you maintain full control over your network infrastructure.
Initial setup is possible in just a few minutes: create an account, install the client, done. Self-hosting requires a bit more effort, but WZ-IT offers pre-configured installations and a VPN Flatrate based on NetBird.
Yes, NetBird provides a web dashboard for management. Here you can view and control peers, access policies, and network configurations. The interface is intuitive and does not require deep networking knowledge.
Both are based on WireGuard and enable peer-to-peer connections. The main difference: NetBird is fully open source and can be completely self-hosted. Tailscale offers a cloud variant, but the control plane is proprietary. If you want full control, NetBird is the better choice.
Headscale is an open-source implementation of the Tailscale control server. It enables self-hosting of Tailscale clients. NetBird, on the other hand, is an independent project with its own architecture, its own client, and a more comprehensive feature set for zero-trust networks.
NetBird is ideal when you need complete control over your infrastructure, want to implement advanced access policies, or value an independent open-source project. Tailscale is better suited for quick cloud setups, while Headscale bridges the gap for Tailscale users with self-hosting requirements.
Absolutely. NetBird supports SSO, role-based access control, audit logs, and can be integrated into existing IT security concepts. For companies with high compliance requirements, the self-hosting option is particularly attractive.
Yes, NetBird supports Single Sign-On (SSO) via common identity providers like Okta, Azure AD, Google Workspace, or Keycloak. This also enables multi-factor authentication (MFA) if the IdP supports it.
Since NetBird is open source, the entire code can be viewed and audited. This is particularly important for companies seeking security certifications or needing to meet compliance requirements. Additionally, activities are logged in the dashboard.
NetBird uses modern techniques like STUN, TURN, and ICE for NAT traversal. This means: Even devices behind firewalls or NAT routers can establish direct peer-to-peer connections - without port forwarding or complicated firewall rules.
Yes, NetBird supports site-to-site connections. You can connect entire networks with each other - ideal for location networking, connecting cloud resources, or hybrid infrastructures.
NetBird is growing fast and is under very active development. The community is smaller than Tailscale's, but very active. The high development pace also means frequent releases that need to be managed properly in production. If you need production-ready stability, you should rely on an experienced partner like WZ-IT.
In-depth knowledge from our remote access knowledge base.
Architecture, features and use cases of the open-source platform at a glance.
When switching pays off, cost curves and the migration path.
The three approaches compared - architecture, self-hosting and operations.
Zero trust network access explained - and how it differs from classic VPN.
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“I got to know Timo and Robin as dedicated and professional partners who make a lot of things possible for their clients that initially seem impossible. I felt very well advised. The services offered have thoroughly convinced me. (translated)”
Andrea Pawlowski
Communications Manager, Golem.de
Golem.de - leading German IT news outlet.
“With Timo and Robin, you're not only on the safe side technically - you also get the best human support! Whether it's quick help in everyday life or complex IT solutions: the guys from WZ-IT think along with you, act quickly and speak a language you understand. The collaboration is uncomplicated, reliable and always on an equal footing. That makes IT fun - and above all: it works! Big thank you to the team! (translated)”
Sonja Aßer
Data Manager, ARGE
ARGE Neue Medien - master data & digital standards for plumbing and building technology.
“I recently worked with Timo and the WZ-IT team, and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best tech decisions I have made for my business. Right from the start, Timo took the time to walk me through every step in a simple and calm way. No matter how many questions I had, he never rushed me. The results speak for themselves. With WZ-IT, we reduced our monthly expenses from $1,300 down to $250. This was a huge win for us.”
Aleksandr Shuliko
CTO, EVA Real Estate, UAE
EVA Real Estate - leading real-estate agency in Dubai.
“WZ-IT manages our Proxmox cluster reliably and professionally. The team handles continuous monitoring and regular updates for us and responds very quickly to any issues or inquiries. They also configure new nodes, systems, and applications that we need to add to our cluster. With WZ-IT's proactive support, our cluster and the business-critical applications running on it remain stable, and high availability is consistently ensured. We value the professional collaboration and the noticeable relief it brings to our daily operations.”
Pascal Hakkers
Managing Director, Aphy B.V., Netherlands
Aphy - AI platform for hotel back-office.
“WZ-IT provided very competent support in implementing our server and virtualization infrastructure. As part of the project, a Proxmox-based virtualization environment was set up along with a virtual machine for our application systems. Additionally, a structured backup concept was implemented. A particular focus was on security: the setup of a VPN tunnel and the clean implementation of encryption and access concepts were professionally executed. The structured consulting as well as the reliable and swift implementation deserve special mention. We are very satisfied with the services provided and are happy to recommend WZ-IT.”
John Hellmerichs
Managing Director, AInergy GmbH
AInergy - consultancy for energy and facility management.
“We have had very good experiences with Mr. Wevelsiep and WZ-IT. The consultation was professional, clearly understandable, and at fair prices. The team not only implemented our requirements but also thought along and proactively. Instead of just processing individual tasks, they provided us with well-founded explanations that strengthened our own understanding. WZ-IT took a lot of pressure off us with their structured approach - that was exactly what we needed and is the reason why we keep coming back. (translated)”
Matthias Zimmermann
Managing Director, Annota GmbH
Annota - healthtech startup with an AI documentation assistant.
“Timo and Robin from WZ-IT set up a RocketChat server for us - and I couldn't be more satisfied! From the initial consultation to the final implementation, everything was absolutely professional, efficient, and to my complete satisfaction. I particularly appreciate the clear communication, transparent pricing, and the comprehensive expertise that both bring to the table. Even after the setup, they take care of the maintenance, which frees up my time enormously and allows me to focus on other important areas of my business - with the good feeling that our IT is in the best hands. I can recommend WZ-IT without reservation and look forward to continuing our collaboration! (translated)”
Sebastian Maier
Managing Director, Yonju GmbH
Yonju - business coaching and AI products.
“Counting on WZ-IT team was crucial, their expertise and solutions gave us the pace to deploy in production our services, even suggesting and performing improvements over our configuration and setup. We expect to keep counting on them for continuous maintenance of our services and implementation of new solutions.”
Gabriel Sanz Señor
Managing Director, Odiseo Solutions
Odiseo Solutions - software engineering for the space industry.
“I got to know Timo and Robin as dedicated and professional partners who make a lot of things possible for their clients that initially seem impossible. I felt very well advised. The services offered have thoroughly convinced me. (translated)”
Andrea Pawlowski
Communications Manager, Golem.de
Golem.de - leading German IT news outlet.
“With Timo and Robin, you're not only on the safe side technically - you also get the best human support! Whether it's quick help in everyday life or complex IT solutions: the guys from WZ-IT think along with you, act quickly and speak a language you understand. The collaboration is uncomplicated, reliable and always on an equal footing. That makes IT fun - and above all: it works! Big thank you to the team! (translated)”
Sonja Aßer
Data Manager, ARGE
ARGE Neue Medien - master data & digital standards for plumbing and building technology.
“I recently worked with Timo and the WZ-IT team, and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best tech decisions I have made for my business. Right from the start, Timo took the time to walk me through every step in a simple and calm way. No matter how many questions I had, he never rushed me. The results speak for themselves. With WZ-IT, we reduced our monthly expenses from $1,300 down to $250. This was a huge win for us.”
Aleksandr Shuliko
CTO, EVA Real Estate, UAE
EVA Real Estate - leading real-estate agency in Dubai.
“WZ-IT manages our Proxmox cluster reliably and professionally. The team handles continuous monitoring and regular updates for us and responds very quickly to any issues or inquiries. They also configure new nodes, systems, and applications that we need to add to our cluster. With WZ-IT's proactive support, our cluster and the business-critical applications running on it remain stable, and high availability is consistently ensured. We value the professional collaboration and the noticeable relief it brings to our daily operations.”
Pascal Hakkers
Managing Director, Aphy B.V., Netherlands
Aphy - AI platform for hotel back-office.
“WZ-IT provided very competent support in implementing our server and virtualization infrastructure. As part of the project, a Proxmox-based virtualization environment was set up along with a virtual machine for our application systems. Additionally, a structured backup concept was implemented. A particular focus was on security: the setup of a VPN tunnel and the clean implementation of encryption and access concepts were professionally executed. The structured consulting as well as the reliable and swift implementation deserve special mention. We are very satisfied with the services provided and are happy to recommend WZ-IT.”
John Hellmerichs
Managing Director, AInergy GmbH
AInergy - consultancy for energy and facility management.
“We have had very good experiences with Mr. Wevelsiep and WZ-IT. The consultation was professional, clearly understandable, and at fair prices. The team not only implemented our requirements but also thought along and proactively. Instead of just processing individual tasks, they provided us with well-founded explanations that strengthened our own understanding. WZ-IT took a lot of pressure off us with their structured approach - that was exactly what we needed and is the reason why we keep coming back. (translated)”
Matthias Zimmermann
Managing Director, Annota GmbH
Annota - healthtech startup with an AI documentation assistant.
“Timo and Robin from WZ-IT set up a RocketChat server for us - and I couldn't be more satisfied! From the initial consultation to the final implementation, everything was absolutely professional, efficient, and to my complete satisfaction. I particularly appreciate the clear communication, transparent pricing, and the comprehensive expertise that both bring to the table. Even after the setup, they take care of the maintenance, which frees up my time enormously and allows me to focus on other important areas of my business - with the good feeling that our IT is in the best hands. I can recommend WZ-IT without reservation and look forward to continuing our collaboration! (translated)”
Sebastian Maier
Managing Director, Yonju GmbH
Yonju - business coaching and AI products.
“Counting on WZ-IT team was crucial, their expertise and solutions gave us the pace to deploy in production our services, even suggesting and performing improvements over our configuration and setup. We expect to keep counting on them for continuous maintenance of our services and implementation of new solutions.”
Gabriel Sanz Señor
Managing Director, Odiseo Solutions
Odiseo Solutions - software engineering for the space industry.
“I got to know Timo and Robin as dedicated and professional partners who make a lot of things possible for their clients that initially seem impossible. I felt very well advised. The services offered have thoroughly convinced me. (translated)”
Andrea Pawlowski
Communications Manager, Golem.de
Golem.de - leading German IT news outlet.
“With Timo and Robin, you're not only on the safe side technically - you also get the best human support! Whether it's quick help in everyday life or complex IT solutions: the guys from WZ-IT think along with you, act quickly and speak a language you understand. The collaboration is uncomplicated, reliable and always on an equal footing. That makes IT fun - and above all: it works! Big thank you to the team! (translated)”
Sonja Aßer
Data Manager, ARGE
ARGE Neue Medien - master data & digital standards for plumbing and building technology.
“I recently worked with Timo and the WZ-IT team, and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best tech decisions I have made for my business. Right from the start, Timo took the time to walk me through every step in a simple and calm way. No matter how many questions I had, he never rushed me. The results speak for themselves. With WZ-IT, we reduced our monthly expenses from $1,300 down to $250. This was a huge win for us.”
Aleksandr Shuliko
CTO, EVA Real Estate, UAE
EVA Real Estate - leading real-estate agency in Dubai.
“WZ-IT manages our Proxmox cluster reliably and professionally. The team handles continuous monitoring and regular updates for us and responds very quickly to any issues or inquiries. They also configure new nodes, systems, and applications that we need to add to our cluster. With WZ-IT's proactive support, our cluster and the business-critical applications running on it remain stable, and high availability is consistently ensured. We value the professional collaboration and the noticeable relief it brings to our daily operations.”
Pascal Hakkers
Managing Director, Aphy B.V., Netherlands
Aphy - AI platform for hotel back-office.
“WZ-IT provided very competent support in implementing our server and virtualization infrastructure. As part of the project, a Proxmox-based virtualization environment was set up along with a virtual machine for our application systems. Additionally, a structured backup concept was implemented. A particular focus was on security: the setup of a VPN tunnel and the clean implementation of encryption and access concepts were professionally executed. The structured consulting as well as the reliable and swift implementation deserve special mention. We are very satisfied with the services provided and are happy to recommend WZ-IT.”
John Hellmerichs
Managing Director, AInergy GmbH
AInergy - consultancy for energy and facility management.
“We have had very good experiences with Mr. Wevelsiep and WZ-IT. The consultation was professional, clearly understandable, and at fair prices. The team not only implemented our requirements but also thought along and proactively. Instead of just processing individual tasks, they provided us with well-founded explanations that strengthened our own understanding. WZ-IT took a lot of pressure off us with their structured approach - that was exactly what we needed and is the reason why we keep coming back. (translated)”
Matthias Zimmermann
Managing Director, Annota GmbH
Annota - healthtech startup with an AI documentation assistant.
“Timo and Robin from WZ-IT set up a RocketChat server for us - and I couldn't be more satisfied! From the initial consultation to the final implementation, everything was absolutely professional, efficient, and to my complete satisfaction. I particularly appreciate the clear communication, transparent pricing, and the comprehensive expertise that both bring to the table. Even after the setup, they take care of the maintenance, which frees up my time enormously and allows me to focus on other important areas of my business - with the good feeling that our IT is in the best hands. I can recommend WZ-IT without reservation and look forward to continuing our collaboration! (translated)”
Sebastian Maier
Managing Director, Yonju GmbH
Yonju - business coaching and AI products.
“Counting on WZ-IT team was crucial, their expertise and solutions gave us the pace to deploy in production our services, even suggesting and performing improvements over our configuration and setup. We expect to keep counting on them for continuous maintenance of our services and implementation of new solutions.”
Gabriel Sanz Señor
Managing Director, Odiseo Solutions
Odiseo Solutions - software engineering for the space industry.
Whether a specific IT challenge or just an idea - we look forward to the exchange. In a brief conversation, we'll evaluate together if and how your project fits with WZ-IT.
Leading companies trust WZ-IT
Timo Wevelsiep & Robin Zins
Managing Directors of WZ-IT
