Free and Open Source
The platform is 100% free and always will be. Run your own gateway with zero limits, or use our hosted relay for convenience.
Self-Hosted
Run your own gateway. No limits.
- Unlimited devices
- Unlimited messages
- End-to-end encryption
- Full source code (MIT license)
- Deploy anywhere
- Community support
Hosted Free
Use our relay, no setup needed
- 1 paired device
- 50 messages per day
- End-to-end encryption
- Managed infrastructure
- Community support
Pro
Hosted relay for power users
- 5 paired devices
- Unlimited messages
- Priority reconnect queue
- Advanced policy controls
- Email support (24h response)
Enterprise
Managed relay at scale
- Unlimited devices
- SSO integration (SAML/OIDC)
- Audit logs & compliance
- Custom retention policies
- 99.9% SLA guarantee
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the platform free?
We believe the encrypted relay should be infrastructure anyone can run. The gateway is open source — self-host it with unlimited devices, unlimited messages, and zero cost. The paid hosted tiers are for teams who prefer managed infrastructure.
What's the difference between self-hosted and hosted?
Same gateway, same encryption, same protocol. Self-hosted means you run it on your own infrastructure with no limits. Hosted means we run it for you at api.commands.com — no setup required, with free and paid tiers based on usage.
Do I need a credit card for the free hosted plan?
No. The free hosted plan requires no credit card. Simply sign up and start using the relay immediately.
Is my code secure?
Absolutely. All communication is end-to-end encrypted, and your code never leaves your local machine. The relay only passes encrypted bytes — whether self-hosted or hosted. Learn more about our security model →
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, you can cancel your hosted subscription at any time. You'll continue to have access until the end of your billing period. Or switch to self-hosted — it's free forever.
Ready to get started?
Run your own gateway for free, or use our hosted relay.