FAQ
Frequently asked questions about rstream.
What does rstream do
rstream exposes services that run on private networks through publicly reachable endpoints, without requiring inbound ports or public IPs. An agent establishes an outbound connection to the edge network, and the engine relays traffic through tunnels.
Does rstream require a VPN
rstream does not require a VPN for the tunnel model. Connectivity is established from the inside using outbound-only links, and access control is enforced at the edge and through tokens.
What is required to run the CLI
The CLI needs an engine endpoint and, in most deployments, an authentication token. Hosted workflows typically use rstream login and then select a project. Stateless workflows provide RSTREAM_ENGINE and RSTREAM_AUTHENTICATION_TOKEN through environment variables.
Token rotation
Long-lived credentials such as PATs and application credentials can be rotated or revoked in the Dashboard. Short-lived tokens minted from application credentials are designed to be refreshed continuously.