We built localnode.app because we kept running into the same problem: needing a real, persistent domain name for a side project, a home server, or a quick demo - without paying for a domain we'd only use for a month.
The solution felt obvious in hindsight. Take a domain, stand up a service that lets anyone claim subdomains on it for free, and back the whole thing with Cloudflare so the DNS is fast, reliable, and global from day one.
What you get
- Up to 5 free subdomains on
localnode.app - Instant provisioning via the Cloudflare API - your subdomain is live in seconds
- Full DNS record management: A, AAAA, CNAME, TXT, MX and more (advanced types require a quick approval)
- Built-in DDNS support - perfect for home servers on dynamic IPs
- No credit card. No expiry. No catch.
Who it's for
Homelab tinkerers, students, hobbyists, and anyone who wants a real address for something they're running at home - without the cost or commitment of a real domain. If you've ever bookmarked a bare IP address and hoped it wouldn't change, this is for you.
Get started
Sign up at the top of this page. Pick a name. Your subdomain is live immediately. If you run into anything or have a feature request, hit us up via the support form - we read every message.