Engity's Bifröst

Self-Hosted

Open-source remote access tool for secure peer-to-peer device connectivity

Overview

Engity's Bifröst is an open-source remote access solution enabling direct, secure connections between devices without third-party intermediaries. It uses WebRTC for low-latency peer-to-peer links and end-to-end encryption for all sessions, including screen sharing and file transfers. Deploy easily via Docker containers or precompiled binaries, with a lightweight web interface for setup. Ideal for privacy-focused users seeking self-hosted control over remote access.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  engitys_bifrost:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: engitys-bifrost
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Peer-to-peer WebRTC connections
End-to-end encrypted sessions
Docker & binary deployment options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Engity's Bifröst hard to install?

No—Bifröst offers simple deployment via Docker (using a docker-compose file) or precompiled binaries for Linux, Windows, and macOS. Basic server familiarity helps, but the setup process is well-documented for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to TeamViewer?

Yes, if you prioritize privacy and self-hosting. Unlike TeamViewer, Bifröst doesn’t route traffic through third-party servers and is free. It lacks some enterprise features like centralized user management but excels at secure, direct access.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Bifröst is released under the MIT License, meaning it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any subscription fees or hidden costs.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Remote Access

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ No reliance on external servers
⊕ Full privacy control via self-hosting
⊕ Free and open-source (MIT License)

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server setup knowledge
⊖ Limited enterprise features compared to proprietary tools
⊖ Smaller community support base