Runs on your PC
The Local Agent is installed on the Windows computer you choose. Instances, backups, logs, and downloaded server files remain in the configured local storage locations unless you intentionally use a remote node or provider.
Local Agent safety
Security and Privacy
The Local Agent runs on your own computer. It connects AnxOS Control Center to local server processes, files, dependencies, backups, and networking tools selected inside the app.
Requested actions
The Agent is intended to perform actions requested through AnxOS, such as starting a server, editing an instance file, creating a backup, or installing a selected dependency.
Automatic authentication
Local pairing is configured automatically for this computer. Normal users should not need to copy Agent tokens, edit configuration files, or paste secrets into the app.
Remote access
Remote access is not enabled by default. Playit, Tailscale, Cloudflare Tunnel, and manual port forwarding are optional choices that may require provider accounts, firewall rules, or router changes.
Diagnostics
Logs and diagnostics are designed to sanitize secrets before display or export. Full tokens, API keys, and private environment values should not be shown in normal diagnostics.
Control
You can stop the Local Agent service or uninstall the Agent. Removing the Agent should not remove your user-created instances or backups unless an uninstall option explicitly says it will.
Important warning
Server software can change your exposure
Installing server software can open local services, expose ports, create firewall prompts, or download third-party software depending on the templates, dependencies, and public access providers you choose. Review each install prompt before approving it.