ngrok Docker Desktop Extension

Make your local Docker containers accessible on the internet using ngrok’s secure, global network—no port forwarding required. This Docker Desktop extension creates public, shareable URLs and routes traffic directly to your containers with a click.

Looking for a CLI-first workflow? See the Docker image.

Installation

Install from Docker Desktop Marketplace.

Quick start

After installing the extension:

1. When prompted, add your ngrok authtoken. Don’t have one? Sign up for a free ngrok account to get it.
2. Click the + next to a container to start an endpoint.
3. Optionally set a custom URL and apply a traffic policy.
4. Share the public URL with anyone who needs access.

Screenshot

Development

See AGENT.md for local development.

Docker image

Prefer a terminal over a GUI? Use the ngrok Docker image.

Ideal for automation, scripting, and DevOps workflows.

Links:

• ngrok Docker image on Docker Hub
• ngrok Docker image on GitHub