Switching from playit.gg to RepublicNodes Tunnel

If you're already using a generic tunneling tool for a server behind NAT, moving to RepublicNodes Tunnel is a straightforward swap — here's what's actually different.

What stays the same

The core idea doesn't change: your server stays exactly where it is, a tunnel gets a public address pointed at it, and your players/users connect to that address instead of your real one. No migration of the server itself, no reinstalling anything on it beyond the connection tool.

What's different

One dashboard, one invoice. If you already host a game server, VPS, or bot with RepublicNodes, your tunnel now lives in the same account — no separate login, no separate billing relationship to manage.

A real dedicated-IP option. Generic tunneling tools are typically port-forwarding only. If you need an entire IP — every port, every protocol, nothing to configure per-port — that's a separate plan here, not something bolted on.

Pricing starts lower. Port Forwarding Starter is ₹49/month for 3 ports — undercutting most paid tiers of comparable tools, while staying profitable because the shared IP's cost is split across many customers.

Making the switch

1. Order the plan that matches what you need (see choosing a plan if you're not sure)
2. Run the two-command connect on your server
3. Update whatever address your players/users connect to
4. Cancel your old tunneling subscription once you've confirmed the new one works

There's no requirement to migrate everything at once — run both in parallel until you're confident, then switch over.