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Xray-core is a proxy and tunneling project described as an open platform for varied uses, with support for protocols including VLESS and VMess.
About Project X
Project X provides Xray-core and REALITY, a set of network proxy and tunneling tools originating from the XTLS protocol. It is described as an open platform for varied uses, with support for protocols including VLESS and VMess.
The code is distributed as a repository under Mozilla Public License Version 2.0 for self-managed setup. Installation options listed include a Linux script, Docker image, and Homebrew, alongside configuration examples and lists of separate third-party client apps.
Key features
- Proxy and tunneling core supporting VLESS and VMess
- Includes REALITY and XTLS-related network tools
- Official Linux install script and Docker image
- Installable via Homebrew as xray
- Configuration examples for Vision and Nginx fallbacks
- Lists compatible third-party clients for desktop and mobile
Best for: People who can install and configure self-hosted proxy software from a code repository.
Good for
- Open source under Mozilla Public License Version 2.0
- Multiple install routes including script, Docker, and Homebrew
- Publishes example configurations and compatible client lists
Project X at a glance
- Website
- github.com/XTLS/Xray-core
- Category
- Privacy & Security › Censorship Circumvention
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Project X FAQ
What license does Xray-core use?
Mozilla Public License Version 2.0.
How can it be installed on Linux?
Through the official XTLS/Xray-install script, tempest, or Docker images including ghcr.io/xtls/xray-core.
Where did Xray-core originate?
Project X originates from the XTLS protocol, and Xray-core v1.0.0 was forked from v2fly-core.
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