virtualhostx ☆

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Description:
Local server environment

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 2021.01.10,1017@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: web-development apache local-server php macos

Install: brew install --cask virtualhostx

About:
VirtualHostX is a macOS application that simplifies the management of local web development environments. It provides a user-friendly interface to create and configure custom Apache virtual hosts, allowing developers to work on multiple projects with unique domain names. The tool streamlines server setup, eliminating the need for manual configuration of complex server files.

Key Features:

Graphical interface for Apache virtual host management
One-click server start/stop/restart controls
Custom domain name mapping for local projects
Support for multiple PHP versions
Built-in hosts file editing

Use Cases:

Web developers needing to test multiple sites locally with custom domains
Setting up a local WordPress development environment
Testing server configurations before deployment

Alternatives:

MAMP – MAMP provides a full local server stack, while VirtualHostX focuses specifically on virtual host management
Laravel Valet – Valet is CLI-driven and minimal, while VirtualHostX offers a GUI approach

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 1:20pm	2021.01.10,1017	0	VERSION_BUMP	9fab0131
Jul 8, 2024 7:35pm	2021.01.10,1017	0	VERSION_BUMP	7ea7ec06