Network Groups
Easy to manage via Clever Tools, and soon from the Console, they simplify distributed architectures and sensitive environments.
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01 Effortless Encrypted Communication
Every exchange between your applications, add-ons, and external peers is encrypted via WireGuard, ensuring data confidentiality and integrity by default.
0202 Private Connectivity on Any Port
Network Groups allow internal communication on any port, ideal for complex or multi-protocol architectures.
0303 Unified Internal Network for Apps and Databases
Link your applications and add-ons through internal DNS and CIDR-based IPs, no manual setup required.
0404 External Resource Integration
Easily connect third-party servers, local machines, or hybrid infrastructures to your Clever Cloud environment using secure WireGuard keys.
0505 Flexible Overlay Architecture
Network Groups operate as a software overlay on Clever Cloud’s infrastructure, enabling communication across zones and datacenters without modifying the physical network.
Powered by WireGuard: a modern foundation for secure, software-defined networking
WireGuard is a modern, open-source VPN protocol known for its speed, reliability, and robust encryption. Clever Cloud uses it to establish encrypted tunnels between applications and services. This software-based approach enables private, high-performance communication across different zones without complex configuration or dedicated network hardware.
Use Cases
- Microservices architectures – Connect multiple services internally without public exposure.
- Clustered applications – Ensure secure communication between clustered instances (e.g., JVM).
- Hybrid and external integrations – Safely link third-party or on-premise servers to your Clever Cloud apps.
- Isolated test environments – Deploy and test in private, dedicated networks.
- API protection – Combine Network Groups with Otoroshi to add authentication and filtering to internal apps.
Why Create Network Groups on Clever Cloud
Instant setup
Create and manage private networks in just a few commands, no manual configuration needed.
Multi-zone compatibility
Communicate securely across regions and availability zones.
Native integration
Works natively with Keycloak, Otoroshi, and Clever Cloud add-ons.
Free and included
Network Groups come at no extra cost.
Developer-friendly
Simplifies network management into one intuitive command.
Connect your services with complete peace of mind
Network Groups redefine cloud connectivity: secure by design, flexible by nature, and easy to use. Connect your services, databases, and external infrastructures effortlessly within an encrypted network managed by Clever Cloud.
Develop, test, and deploy with confidence — without the complexities of traditional networking.
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