Want to expose your local server to the internet safely from Android? With Termux and Ngrok , it’s easy. Whether you’re testing a website, sharing files, or running a phishing simulation, Ngrok creates a secure tunnel from your Android to the world.
In this guide, I’ll show you how to install and use Ngrok in Termux step by step. This works perfectly with tools like AnonPhisher, Weeman, and even when hosting a local website with Nginx.
📦 Step 1: Install Ngrok in Termux
If you haven’t installed Ngrok yet, follow this guide: Install and Use Ngrok in Termux.
For a quick install, run:
pkg update -y
pkg install wget unzip -y
wget https://bin.equinox.io/c/bNyj1mQVY4c/ngrok-stable-linux-arm.zip
unzip ngrok-stable-linux-arm.zip
chmod +x ngrok
mv ngrok $PREFIX/bin
🔐 Step 2: Set Your Ngrok Authtoken
Head to Ngrok Dashboard and copy your authtoken.
Then run:
ngrok config add-authtoken YOUR_AUTHTOKEN_HERE
This links your device to your Ngrok account for secure tunnels.
🌍 Step 3: Start a Local Web Server
You can test with a simple HTTP server using Python:
pkg install python -y
python -m http.server 8080
Or use Nginx for a more stable server:
🚀 Step 4: Start Ngrok Tunnel
To tunnel port 8080 (our web server):
ngrok http 8080
Ngrok will generate a public forwarding URL like:
https://abc123.ngrok.io
Open that link in any browser and boom—your local server is online!
🛠️ Use Case Examples
- Host phishing simulations securely with Zphisher
- Send live file previews to clients
- Share your Android-hosted project with friends or testers
🔒 Stay Safe and Ethical
Using tools like Ngrok is powerful—but always use them responsibly. If you're experimenting with penetration testing or phishing simulations, make sure it's ethical and for learning purposes only.
Want to learn more about cybersecurity? Explore these:
- Understanding IT Security
- Cyber Threat Intelligence
- OT Security Guide
- How to Protect Against Ransomware
🔗 More Termux Tools You’ll Love
- Install Termux on Android
- Things to Do After Installing Termux
- Netcat in Termux
- WiFi Honey for Monitoring Traffic
- Top Cybersecurity Companies
✅ Final Words
Termux and Ngrok together give you a professional-grade setup right from your Android device. You don’t need a laptop or a remote server to create and share your work online. Just set up your tunnel, run your local server, and you’re live.
This is especially useful for anyone exploring cybersecurity, ethical hacking, or web development on mobile. Want to dive deeper into tunneling and remote access? Stick around TerminalTools—we’ve got you covered!
💬 Have questions or want to share how you’re using Ngrok with Termux? Let’s talk in the comments!