# ZeroTier One

ZeroTier One is a VPN product by ZeroTier. It runs in the cloud or on-premises (hybrid). Pricing is commercial.

Software-defined overlay networking platform with encrypted P2P connectivity.

Checked October 2026.

## What is ZeroTier One?

ZeroTier One is a software-defined networking platform that creates encrypted virtual overlay networks connecting devices, servers, and infrastructure across the internet without requiring specialized hardware.

How it works:
- Each device runs a lightweight software agent that generates a cryptographic identity for that node
- Devices join virtual networks using this cryptographic identity and are authenticated before being granted access
- Traffic between nodes is encrypted end-to-end
- Connections are established peer-to-peer wherever possible, with automatic NAT traversal
- Network policy is centrally defined and enforced locally by each node

Platform components:
- ZeroTier Central: A web-based management interface for creating networks, authorizing devices, defining routing and segmentation rules, and managing users and permissions
- Control Layer: Manages network membership, routing configuration, segmentation rules, and access policy; distributes control information to nodes
- Data Layer: The peer-to-peer overlay network that handles encrypted communication, NAT traversal, and adaptive path discovery
- Agents and Clients: Lightweight background services installed on each device that create a virtual network interface, establish peer connections, and enforce policy locally

Supported environments:
- Public cloud providers
- Private data centers
- On-premises environments
- Remote devices and edge/embedded systems
- Servers, desktops, mobile devices, and routers

The platform supports both Layer 2 Ethernet bridging and Layer 3 IP routing. Networks can be managed via a hosted controller (ZeroTier Central) or a self-hosted controller for organizations requiring full infrastructure control. A REST API is available for programmatic network management and automation integration.

Tags: Private Networks, Encryption, Network Segmentation, ZTNA, Zero Trust Architecture, Remote Access, Network Administration, Microsegmentation, IoT Security, SD-WAN

## Where it fits in your security program (NIST CSF 2.0)

- [Protect](https://cybersectools.com/guides/building-protect-program-small-team): helps you prevent attacks and keep data safe.

## Quick facts

- Category: [Network Security](https://cybersectools.com/categories/network-security) · [VPN](https://cybersectools.com/categories/vpn)
- Vendor: [ZeroTier](https://cybersectools.com/companies/zerotier) (Claimed listing)
- Deployment: Hybrid
- Company size fit: Startup, SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise
- Pricing: From $18 per month
- Features: 10 listed
- Website: zerotier.com

The full feature and integration lists are on the page for signed-in visitors.

## Where it ranks

No shortlist covers this product's category yet. The closest is [Best SASE Solutions for Business](https://cybersectools.com/shortlists/best-sase-solutions).

## ZeroTier One FAQ

### What is ZeroTier One?

ZeroTier One is a product by ZeroTier in the VPN category. It covers Private Networks, Encryption and Network Segmentation.

### What is the pricing for ZeroTier One?

ZeroTier One is a commercial product. For pricing, visit https://www.zerotier.com/one/ or contact ZeroTier.

### What are alternatives to ZeroTier One?

Alternatives to ZeroTier One listed on CybersecTools:

1. [Netmaker](https://cybersectools.com/tools/netmaker) - WireGuard-based zero-trust mesh networking platform for secure connectivity. (Commercial)
2. [genua Mobiles Arbeiten](https://cybersectools.com/tools/genua-mobiles-arbeiten) - Portfolio of secure remote working solutions compliant with German VS-NfD standard. (Commercial)
3. [Tailscale](https://cybersectools.com/tools/tailscale) - WireGuard-based zero trust mesh networking platform for secure connectivity. (Commercial)
4. [Sectra Remote Connect](https://cybersectools.com/tools/sectra-remote-connect) - Always-on encrypted remote access solution for classified and sensitive government data (Commercial)
5. [CyberGhost VPN Dedicated IP](https://cybersectools.com/tools/cyberghost-vpn-dedicated-ip) - VPN add-on providing a static, exclusive IP address with no-logs token system. (Commercial)

Compare all ZeroTier One alternatives at [https://cybersectools.com/alternatives/zerotier-one](https://cybersectools.com/alternatives/zerotier-one)

### What deployment and organization size does ZeroTier One fit?

ZeroTier One is available as cloud or on-premises (hybrid). It is listed for startups, small businesses, mid-market companies and enterprises. Pricing is commercial. Ask ZeroTier for pricing and support terms.

## Compare ZeroTier One with similar solutions

- [ZeroTier One vs Netmaker](https://cybersectools.com/compare/netmaker-vs-zerotier-one)
- [ZeroTier One vs genua Mobiles Arbeiten](https://cybersectools.com/compare/genua-mobiles-arbeiten-vs-zerotier-one)
- [ZeroTier One vs Tailscale](https://cybersectools.com/compare/tailscale-vs-zerotier-one)

All alternatives to ZeroTier One: [/alternatives/zerotier-one](https://cybersectools.com/alternatives/zerotier-one)

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