AWS SSM Manager – Streamlined AWS SSM port forwarding

Summary: AWS SSM Manager is a cross-platform desktop app that simplifies AWS SSM port forwarding by saving connections, organizing them by environment, detecting local port conflicts, and enabling secure tunnel launches with one click. It improves the developer experience by consolidating session management into a single interface.

What it does

The app manages AWS SSM port forwarding sessions with saved connections, port conflict detection, configurable timeouts, and onboarding checks for AWS CLI and credentials. It supports macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Who it's for

Developers and engineers who use AWS Session Manager for secure, IAM-based port forwarding and want a more efficient workflow.

Why it matters

It reduces the friction of managing AWS SSM sessions by eliminating the need to switch between terminals, consoles, and notes, streamlining secure access to AWS resources.