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NetLock RMM

Remote Monitoring and Management

Open Source
Free Tier
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Enterprise
Self-hosted
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GNU Affero General Public License v3.0License
Feb 24, 2026Last commit

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NetLock RMM is a comprehensive open-source Remote Monitoring and Management solution built for Managed Service Providers with a strong focus on privacy and cybersecurity. Developed primarily using C#, Blazor, ASP.NET Core, and SignalR, it follows a strict zero-tracking philosophy and is fully self-hostable. The platform supports multi-tenancy, granular permissions with 2FA, and can be deployed in cloud, on-premises, or isolated environments. NetLock RMM offers powerful automation through PowerShell, Bash, and Zsh scripting, advanced sensor-based monitoring, real-time alerts via Email, Microsoft Teams, ntfy.sh, and Telegram, and includes features like software/hardware inventory, Microsoft Defender management, policy enforcement, and centralized event management. Built with Docker and Kubernetes support, it provides deployment flexibility and can be set up in under 15 minutes.
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Key Features

Zero-Tracking Privacy

Strict zero-tracking philosophy with no data collection except device count. Fully open source and publicly reviewable code. Your data stays yours.

Cross-Platform Support

Full support for Windows, Linux, and macOS monitoring with unified agent. All features work across platforms including remote shell and file browser.

Multi-Tenancy

Manage unlimited customers within a single instance with strict technical separation for compliance and data integrity. Granular permissions with 2FA.

Powerful Automation

Advanced Jobs system with PowerShell, Bash, and Zsh scripting backed by flexible scheduler. Sensor-based auto-remediation for hands-off operations.

Real-Time Monitoring

Centralized dashboard with live system events, CPU/RAM/disk sensors, Windows event logs, service monitoring, and custom sensors via scripting.

Flexible Alerts

Multi-channel notifications via Email, Microsoft Teams, ntfy.sh, and Telegram. Stay informed with real-time event alerts.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Complete Privacy Control

Zero-tracking philosophy with only device count collected. Open source code ensures transparency and no hidden telemetry.

True Self-Hosting

Full sovereignty over your data with self-hosted deployment. Can run entirely behind reverse proxy or Cloudflare Tunnel.

Cross-Platform Native

Genuine multi-OS support (Windows, Linux, macOS) with full feature parity including remote shell and file browser.

Rapid Deployment

Docker quick setup gets you running in under 15 minutes. Simple installation process with comprehensive documentation.

Unlimited Free Tier

Open source membership supports unlimited devices (removed 25 device limit). Perfect for labs, personal use, and testing.

Cons

Solo Developer Project

Single developer means potential bus factor risk. Long-term sustainability depends on continued funding and community growth.

Limited Cloud Option

Hosted cloud service is relatively new and may lack maturity compared to established RMM cloud providers.

Community Support Only (Free)

Free tier limited to Discord and GitHub support. Professional support requires paid membership.

Newer to Market

Less battle-tested than established RMM solutions. May have undiscovered edge cases or scaling limitations.

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