While CGNAT prevents traditional port forwarding, there are several alternatives to access services from outside your home network:
Use IPv6 – DayStarr provides every residential customer with a real IPv6 address. Many modern applications and services support IPv6, which does not require NAT or port forwarding. If the service you want to use supports IPv6, enable it for direct access.
Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) – A VPN service can create a secure tunnel from your remote device to your home network, allowing access as if you were on your local network. Popular options include self-hosted solutions like WireGuard and OpenVPN.
Cloud-Based Remote Access – Services like Tailscale, ZeroTier, or Remote Desktop solutions (such as AnyDesk or Parsec) create a private network that works around CGNAT without requiring port forwarding.
Reverse Proxy Services – If you’re hosting a web server, tools like Cloudflare Tunnel (Zero Trust Tunnel) or ngrok can expose local services to the internet securely without needing direct port access.
IPv4 to IPv6 Port Forwarding – Cloudflare and similar providers offer free services that allow IPv4 connections to be forwarded to an IPv6-enabled server. This can be a viable solution if the service you are hosting supports IPv6 but your remote users need to connect over IPv4.
Request a Static Public IPv4 Address – If you require direct access for specific needs DayStarr offers a dedicated public IPv4 address as a premium service.
While CGNAT prevents traditional port forwarding, there are effective workarounds that can help you achieve remote access. If you’re unsure which solution is best for your needs, feel free to contact our support team, and we’d be happy to help!
