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What is Portola App?

Portola App is a modern remote access solution that makes it simple to interconnect your Mac and Linux machines with automatic NAT and firewall traversal.

Easily configure any device to connect to another over:

  • SSH: Secure shell access to your machines anywhere.
  • SFTP: Transfer files securely and seamlessly.
  • TCP Port Forwarding: Access local services from anywhere with ease.

Whether you are a developer managing servers, a remote worker needing secure access to your files, or a technical user maintaining personal machines, Portola App helps you stay connected simply, securely, and reliably.

Key Features​

  • Quick Device Linking: Set up your machines in minutes.
  • Secure Connections: Uses modern AuthN/AuthZ and zero-trust security practices.
  • Flexible Networking: Create tunnels and forward ports to access databases, internal tools, or development servers.
  • Lightweight and Native: Built for macOS and Linux with minimal footprint.

Getting Started​

  1. Install Portola App on the machines you wish to connect.
  2. Link your devices by logging in to Portola Network using the Portola App.
  3. Configure connections (SSH, SFTP, Port Forwarding) through the intuitive UI.
  4. Connect instantly from anywhere, whether on your local network or across the internet.

Use Cases​

  • Retrieve forgotten documents securely from your home machine while traveling.
  • Manage your development environments remotely.
  • Forward ports to test web services or databases on your local machines.
  • Transfer files seamlessly without complex VPN setups.

Why Portola?​

✅ Simple & Modern – You should not need to be a IT guy to use Portola App. ✅ Secure by Default – Secure by design with end-to-end encryption and zero-trust principles. ✅ Fast & Reliable – Lightweight binaries, low memory usage, and fast connections.
✅ No Vendor Lock-In – Uses open protocols (SSH, SFTP, TCP) that you control.

Feedback & Support​

We welcome feedback to improve Portola App for your workflows.

Stay securely connected with your devices, wherever you are, with Portola App.