Tailscale
Tailscale

Tailscale

Tools

| Tailscale Inc.

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

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Page Modified On: May 29, 2025

Run Tailscale on PC or Mac

Multitask effortlessly on your PC or Mac as you try out Tailscale, a Tools app by Tailscale Inc. on BlueStacks.

About the App

Connecting your devices or resources, no matter where they are, just got a whole lot simpler with Tailscale. Whether you’re juggling multiple clouds, working from home, or just want an easier way to keep your systems talking securely, this app makes private networking painless. It wraps everything with strong security while letting you decide who can access what—and you don’t need to be a networking whiz to set it up.

App Features

  • Zero-Config Setup
    Skip the complicated manuals. Tailscale gets you running with a VPN in minutes—no confusing steps or hardware tweaks required.

  • Identity-Based Access
    Control network access by user identity instead of outdated IP addresses. Assign permissions by people, groups, or entire service types, making fine-tuned access a breeze.

  • Modern Mesh Networking
    Forget old hub-and-spoke networks. Tailscale uses mesh architecture, meaning every device can talk directly with the others for faster, more reliable connections.

  • End-to-End Encryption
    Built on WireGuard®, every connection is encrypted from start to finish, keeping your data private and secure.

  • Flexible Device Support
    One solution for everything—Tailscale works across Android, Windows, Linux, Apple devices, and more, so you can keep your mixed tech world connected.

  • Workload and Remote Access Made Easy
    Connect apps and services across any infrastructure—on-prem, cloud, or hybrid. Perfect for anyone managing remote teams or services.

  • Zero Trust Networking
    Step up your security with zero trust principles. Only the right users access the right resources—no more flat networks with wide-open doors.

  • No Hardware Lock-In
    Use your favorite hardware. Tailscale sits on top of your current setup, so you can expand or change devices without network headaches.

  • Broad Integration
    Connects with over 100 technologies and plenty of identity systems, so adding Tailscale fits smoothly into whatever tools or platforms you already use.

And if you want to explore the app’s full features on a bigger screen, it works nicely on your PC when you use BlueStacks.

Ready to experience Tailscale on a bigger screen, in all its glory? Download BlueStacks now.

How to Download and Run Tailscale on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for Tailscale in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install Tailscale from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install Tailscale

  • Click the Tailscale icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

Tailscale - FAQs

  • How to Run Tailscale on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run Tailscale on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download Tailscale on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are Tailscale PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run Tailscale on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.