kube-forwarder ☆
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Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.5.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: kubernetes devops port-forwarding developer-tools macos
Install: brew install --cask kube-forwarder
About:
Kube Forwarder is a native macOS application designed to simplify Kubernetes port forwarding. It provides a user-friendly GUI to manage and persist port forwarding rules, eliminating the need for manual kubectl port-forward commands. The tool enhances productivity by allowing users to visualize and organize their cluster connections effortlessly.
Key Features:
  • Visual dashboard for managing port forwarding rules
  • Persistent configuration across sessions
  • Support for multiple Kubernetes contexts and namespaces
  • Simple drag-and-drop interface for rule creation
Use Cases:
  • Developers needing quick access to local development environments running in Kubernetes
  • DevOps engineers debugging services in private clusters without using CLI
  • Teams sharing common port forwarding configurations for consistency
Alternatives:
  • k9s – k9s is a terminal UI for Kubernetes management, offering broader cluster operations, while Kube Forwarder focuses specifically on simplified port forwarding.
  • Lens – Lens is a full-featured Kubernetes IDE; Kube Forwarder is a lightweight tool dedicated solely to port forwarding tasks.
Version History
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Aug 5, 2025 2:20pm 1.5.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 42293d0f
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