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Tailscale quickstart
Install Tailscale in minutes. Create your private network and manage any device, anywhere.
What is Tailscale?
Get a brief introduction to Tailscale.
Terminology and concepts
Learn Tailscale terminology and concepts.
Install Tailscale
Install and uninstall the Tailscale client.
Supported SSO identity providers
Tailscale works on top of the IdP or SSO provider you already use. Leverage the capabilities of these providers for secure access, including passkeys, 2FA, and MFA.
Tailnet names and types
A tailnet uses several name types to identify devices and manage access, including Tailnet DNS, machine, Tailnet ID, and Legacy ID, each serving unique purposes.
Contact preferences
Learn how to set contacts for account changes, configuration issues, security issues, and billing.