--- title: The Cloud VPN for secure connections | Telnyx canonical: https://telnyx.com/products/cloud-vpn --- # The Cloud VPN for secure connections | Telnyx # Cloud VPN Use WireGuardⓇ VPN tunnels to connect apps, devices, cloud environments, or service mesh across Telnyx’s private global multi-cloud network. [Try Cloud VPN Beta](https://telnyx.com/sign-up) Questions? [Ask our experts.](https://telnyx.com/sign-up) **ABOUT** ## Connect securely with Cloud VPN Using the simple WireGuard® VPN protocol, your cloud VPN tunnel connects your application to the Telnyx Network—a global, private IP network built for real-time, low-latency, high-availability communications. **FEATURES** ## Harness the power of a private, multi-cloud network Leverage a network purpose-built for reliable communication and connectivity. * ### Global private backbone Secure, low-latency connections keep your data away from the public internet. * ### High-performance VPN Telnyx Cloud VPN is built on WireGuard®, a state-of-the-art, performant VPN protocol. * ### High availability Protect your platform against cloud provider outages with multi-cloud PoPs. HOW IT WORKS [TALK TO AN EXPERT](https://telnyx.com/contact-us) ### Sign up in the Mission Control Portal To access the power of the Telnyx network and the Cloud VPN, you’ll need to create a [Telnyx portal account](https://telnyx.com/sign-up) and create a private network. ### Connect to a Cloud VPN server Create a [WireGuard® VPN interface](https://www.wireguard.com/install/) to your new network and follow the steps in our [Dev Docs](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/network/wireguard/connect-mac-vpn) to start using Cloud VPN. ### Start communicating Add your devices and applications as peers to your interface, and start communicating over Telnyx's [secure, private Tier-1 infrastructure](https://telnyx.com/solutions/global-ip-network). Step 1/3 **RESOURCES** ## Start connecting Our code is your code. cURL curl -X POST \--header "Content-Type: application/json" \--header "Accept: application/json" \--header "Authorization: Bearer YOUR\_API\_KEY" \--data '{ "network\_id": "7c3c05f4-7d53-4edb-9224-371c6d659cd4", "region\_code": "ashburn-va", "name": "WG\_net01\_VA\_interface01" }' * ### Understand the network Learn more about our global multi-cloud network, the backbone of Telnyx tools. [Learn more](https://telnyx.com/our-network) * ### Networking API Learn more about setting up a network with Telnyx by perusing our documentation. [Explore docs](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/network/overview) * ### Intro to Cloud VPN Learn more about our Cloud VPN and how you can leverage the power of the Telnyx network. [Read article](https://telnyx.com/resources/introducing-cloud-vpn) USE CASES ## What can you build with Telnyx Cloud VPN? * [![Telnyx logo background](https://d2efw2akbx8gaf.cloudfront.net/https://dotcom-payload-assets-prod.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/cms-media/Blog_Default_Pattern_Blue-Black-bd204ee8.png?width=704&format=webp)Global service meshConnect your cloud and on-premise endpoints across a private fiber backbone instead of the public internet.Learn more](https://telnyx.com/products/programmable-networking) * [![Private Wireless Gateways Thumbnail ](https://d2efw2akbx8gaf.cloudfront.net/https://dotcom-payload-assets-prod.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/cms-media/Private-Wireless-Gateways-bf8f4a09.jpg?width=1280&format=webp)Private wireless gatewaysAssign private static IP addresses to your Telnyx SIM cards, reachable from your corporate VPN.Learn more](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/v2/wireless/wireless/private%5Fwireless%5Fgateways/overview/) * [![Flow graphic](https://d2efw2akbx8gaf.cloudfront.net/https://dotcom-payload-assets-prod.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/cms-media/Product_Detail_Hero_Flow--2--40c649d9.png?width=1696&format=webp)Cloud VPN to SIP trunksUse a WireGuard VPN as a secure tunnel between your PBX and the private Telnyx backbone.Learn more](https://telnyx.com/products/sip-trunks) ## Add your name to the waitlist [Talk to an Expert](https://telnyx.com/contact-us)[Sign up](https://telnyx.com/sign-up) ## FAQ ### Is Telnyx a VPN? Telnyx is a connectivity platform built on top of a [global, private multi-cloud IP network](https://telnyx.com/our-network). Our network supports a suite of products and APIs for [voice](https://telnyx.com/products/voice-api), [video](https://telnyx.com/products/video-api), [text](https://telnyx.com/products/sms-api), and [data](https://telnyx.com/products/iot-sim-card) communications. With Telnyx Cloud VPN, you can connect your apps, communications, and devices across this infrastructure through simple WireGuard® VPN interfaces. ### What is the Telnyx network? ### What is WireGuard®? **Resources, Docs, Support** ## Cloud Vpn hub * ### Telnyx Programmable Networking Overview | Telnyx Introduction [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/network/overview) * ### Telnyx Programmable Networking Wireguard Gateway (WGW) | Telnyx CAUTION: [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/network/gateways/wireguard-gateway) * ### Telnyx Programmable Networking Wireguard Peer Config on Linux | Telnyx Prerequisite [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/network/wireguard-peer-config/linux) * ### Telnyx Programmable Networking Wireguard Peer Config on Windows | Telnyx Prerequisite [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/network/wireguard-peer-config/windows) * ### Connect Digital Ocean Ubuntu Server to Cloud VPN | Telnyx Telnyx's DevDocs is the ultimate resource for developers looking to build voice and SMS applications on Telnyx's network. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to connect your DigitalOcean Ubuntu server to a Cloud VPN. [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/docs/network/wireguard/connect-digital-ocean-ubuntu-vpn) * ### Create a WireGuard Interface API | Telnyx Create a new WireGuard Interface. Current limitation of 10 interfaces per user can be created. [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/api/netapps/create-wireguard-interface) * ### Create a WireGuard Peer API | Telnyx Create a new WireGuard Peer. Current limitation of 5 peers per interface can be created. [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/api/netapps/create-wireguard-peer) * ### Retrieve a WireGuard Interfaces API | Telnyx Retrieve a WireGuard Interfaces. [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/api/netapps/get-wireguard-interface) * ### List all WireGuard Interfaces API | Telnyx List all WireGuard Interfaces. [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/api/netapps/list-wireguard-interfaces) * ### Retrieve Wireguard config template for Peer API | Telnyx Retrieve Wireguard config template for Peer [Read more](https://developers.telnyx.com/api/netapps/get-wireguard-peer-config) * ### Running on the edge: A complete guide to edge computing Telnyx breaks down Edge Networking: Understand its benefits for IoT, AI, and more. Ideal for businesses seeking advanced connectivity solutions. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/about-edge-connectivity) * ### AWS virtual private gateways: Telnyx integrations for IoT Learn about virtual private gateways in AWS and explore synergies across Telnyx IoT solutions. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/aws-virtual-private-gateway) * ### Improve IoT security with Telnyx VPN solutions Learn how Telnyx IoT VPN protects IoT devices by routing traffic through a secure, private network, reducing attack surfaces. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/iot-security-vpn) * ### OpenVPN vs. WireGuard vs. IPsec: Selecting the best VPN for IoT Which VPN protects IoT best: IPsec, OpenVPN, or WireGuard? Explore security features and see why WireGuard is leading the charge. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/ipsec-vs-openvpn-vs-wireguard) * ### Wireguard vs OpenVPN: which is protocol is best for IoT? Compare wireguard vs openvpn to decide the best VPN for speed, security, and device compatibility, especially for IoT applications. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/wireguard-vs-openvpn) * ### Why virtual private gateways fall short for IoT security Many use virtual private gateways (VGWs) to secure IoT networks. But there are better options on the market. Learn about the top alternatives to VGWs. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/virtual-private-gateway-alternative-iot) * ### Global Edge Router from Telnyx reduces latency Global Edge Router reduces latency and increase availability of your applications and services, so you can enhance your customer experience globally. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/global-edge-router) * ### Cloud Agnostic Data Centers - Smart Architecture Using a cloud agnostic approach, companies can build network PoPs and cloud systems deployments in tandem for increased quality of service. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/cloud-agnostic-data-centers) * ### Telnyx Blog | CPaas & UCaaS Resources Find data-driven research, comprehensive guides and all things SIP trunking, voice and SMS APIs, wireless and more. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/topic/networking) * ### Private Wireless Gateways Offer Maximum Security Private Wireless Gateways allow your IoT data to bypass the public internet for maximum security [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/private-lte-security) * ### Why virtual private gateways fall short for IoT security Many use virtual private gateways (VGWs) to secure IoT networks. But there are better options on the market. Learn about the top alternatives to VGWs. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/virtual-private-gateway-alternative-iot) * ### Decoding DNS caching: Potential, pitfalls, alternatives DNS caching helps deliver content quickly, but it also comes with limitations. Learn about DNS caching alternatives that can improve network performance. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/resources/dns-caching-alternatives) * ### Networking Using Telnyx | Telnyx Help Center Create the ultimate networking control and experience with Telnyx. Start building on Telnyx today. [Read more](https://support.telnyx.com/en/collections/5317581-networking-using-telnyx) * ### How to configure Global Edge Router with Telnyx | Telnyx Help Center Get access to your global edge network in minutes. Start building on Telnyx today. [Read more](https://support.telnyx.com/en/articles/8002565-how-to-configure-global-edge-router-with-telnyx) * ### Global IP & Edge Routing | Telnyx Help Center Step by step process on how to get started with Telnyx Networking via procurement of Global IPs and setting up Global Edge Routing [Read more](https://support.telnyx.com/en/articles/8103257-global-ip-edge-routing) * ### Telnyx Networking on AWS VPC | Telnyx Help Center A step-by-step process to deploy a Virtual Private Server (VPS) on Amazon AWS and configure Telnyx Edge Routing to it. [Read more](https://support.telnyx.com/en/articles/8104309-telnyx-networking-on-aws-vpc) * ### Telnyx Networking on Azure Linux VMs | Telnyx Help Center Setup and deploy the Telnyx Networking product on Azure Linux Virtual Machines [Read more](https://support.telnyx.com/en/articles/8104343-telnyx-networking-on-azure-linux-vms) * ### Telnyx Networking on PfSense | Telnyx Help Center Guide on setting up Telnyx networking on pfSense. Ensure seamless connectivity! [Read more](https://support.telnyx.com/en/articles/8201852-telnyx-networking-on-pfsense) * ### Cloud Storage Use Cases \[Cloud storage backup\] Protect your critical data with our cloud storage backup. Find out how Telnyx can keep your information safe and accessible. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/use-cases/backup-and-restore) * ### IoT Security Solutions - SIM Cards on Private LTE Networks Global connectivity for IoT devices with IoT security solutions built-in. Connect IoT devices to a Private LTE network, invisible to the public internet. [Read more](https://telnyx.com/use-cases/iot-security-solutions) [Start building](https://telnyx.com/sign-up)