RelayBar - Native macOS menu-bar manager for SSH port forwards

RelayBar - Native macOS menu-bar manager for SSH port forwards

RelayBar is a lightweight, native macOS application designed to streamline the management of local SSH port forwards directly from your menu bar. Built with zero external dependencies, it leverages the system's built-in /usr/bin/ssh to securely handle tunnel connections without invoking a shell. Users can import complex commands, create tunnels with a simple five-field form, and control connections with a single click. Featuring automatic retry logic for unexpected disconnects and seamless integration with the user's existing SSH configuration and agent, RelayBar offers a robust, non-sandboxed solution for developers who need reliable, persistent network tunnels on their Mac.

RelayBar intentionally manages one local forward per item, preserving safe connection options while rejecting dangerous commands to ensure a secure and streamlined workflow.
  1. incanus77

    Nice! This warms my heart — I used to make a Mac GUI app for SSH tunnel management back in the day.

    https://codesorcery.net/2009/12/04/meerkat-15-great-ssh-tunn...

  2. andy_ppp

    Looks great! I tend to use autossh as I have a need for these a lot with work and I have unstable internet!

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