Welcome to AllStarLink!
AllStarLink is a network of Amateur Radio repeaters, remote base stations and hot spots accessible to each other via Voice over Internet Protocol. AllStarLink runs on a dedicated computer (including the Raspberry Pi) that you host at your home, radio site or computer center. It is based on the open source Asterisk PBX running our app_rpt application. App_rpt makes Asterisk a powerful system capable of controlling one or more radios. It provides linking of these radio "nodes" to other systems of similar construction anywhere in the world via VoIP.
AllStarLink's primary use is as a dedicated computer node wired to your repeater or radio. Connections from Echolink, other VoIP clients and telephone calls are supported.
AllStarLink has 0 users and nodes.
Help Support ASL
The implementation of this system and its monthly upkeep is very costly. Any monetary help that you can and wish to give will be much appreciated. Allstarlink Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
AllStarLink Node Number Policy Changes
February 1, 2026
As you may know, AllStarLink operates on the concept of node numbers, and, similar to telephone numbers, these node numbers are a finite resource. As AllStarLink continues to experience rapid growth, administrative changes are needed. AllStarLink is making two changes to its policies around node numbers that will impact some users of the AllStarLink system. Please read this carefully.
Reclamation of Unused Five-Digit Node Numbers
Beginning on April 3, 2026, AllStarLink is implementing a policy of reclaiming five-digit node numbers that have not been used in at least 24 months. This includes five-digit node numbers that have been extended to “NNX” six-digit numbers where all NNX numbers are also dormant. If you no longer use AllStarLink or no longer plan to use these node numbers, simply do nothing and they will be reclaimed automatically with no further action on your part. If you want to keep a node number, please put the five-digit node number or one of the NNX numbers back online by April 2, 2026. Doing so will mark your node as active and no longer eligible for reclamation.
Issuance of Random, Non-Sequential Node Numbers
Soon, in conjunction with ongoing data cleanup and node reclamation, node numbers will no longer be assigned in sequence. Node numbers will be assigned randomly from any available number between 20000 to 29999 and 40000 and 69999. Number beginning with “3” will still signify EchoLink connections.
Issuance of Five-Digit Node Numbers Starting with “7”
At the current rate of sequential issuance, leaving aside the reclamation work above, the projection is for AllStarLink to have issued all node numbers starting with "2", "4", "5", and "6" sometime in mid-2026. Reclaiming the unused node numbers will help, but at some point AllStarLink will start allocating nodes starting with “7”. This is important because some versions of HamVOIP include special handling of node numbers that begin with a "7", specifically associating those with IRLP nodes. IRLP has never welcomed cross-network linking, has in the past specifically requested that ASL not interlink, and actively looks for and blocks cross-network linking. AllStarLink itself has never supported this special handling. To minimize connectivity issues between ASL 7xxxx nodes and HamVOIP nodes/servers, AllStarLink suggests upgrading legacy HamVOIP installations to ASL3 as soon as practical.
Technical Questions & Account Help
As always, technical help is available at https://community.allstarilnk.org. Assistance with account logins can be send to helpdesk@allstarlink.net.
sincerely,
The AllStarLink Infrastructure Team
Changes to Registration
January 18, 2026
Effective immediately, the account registration and callsign change processes will require uploading an offical copy of the requestor's amateur radio license. This can be accomplished either by uploading an image or a PDF or we also offer a camera interface where you can snap a picture with your mobile device or webcam. This change will enable faster processing of account registration and callsign changes. Licence images will not be retained long-term by AllStarLink and only used to execute the requested action.
As usual, if you have any questions about accounts, account registration, or logging into the portal please contact helpdesk@allstarlink.net.
From the AllStarLink Board of Directors
August 17, 2025
On behalf of the Board of Directors, we would like to graciously thank all the volunteers and donors; especially those who have set up recurring donations. Without them, none of this would be possible.
The unpaid AllStarLink Board of Directors and volunteers have been busy overseeing the daily operations of the AllStarLink network. It is worth noting, AllStarLink network availability is over 99.99%.
Over the last four years, AllStarLink has seen phenomenal growth. Four years ago, approximately 2,000 nodes were logged into our servers at any one time. We are now seeing more than 10,000 nodes. This growth has brought increased expenses and we are currently running at an operational deficit. We could really use your help.
If you find value in the AllStarLink service, we are asking for a voluntary donation of $12/yr per node to help us maintain and improve the AllStarLink eco-system. For those wishing to support our ongoing efforts please see our 501(c)3 donations page at AllStarLink | Donate
As you may have heard, we have some exciting news. With a generous grant from the ARDC, last year, we released ASL 3. It is the first new client in 15 years for AllStarLink. ASL 3 has been redesigned to run on Asterisk 22 LTS with the latest version of Debian 12 Linux and modern hardware. This is a significant update from the current clients running Asterisk Version 1.4. The new version incorporates over 15 years of Asterisk bug fixes, major security improvements, and enhancements. The update required “app_rpt”, the Asterisk application that is Allstar, to be heavily modified. Many memory leaks have been addressed, modules now load or refresh more reliably, and many bugs have been squashed. All of this adds up to improved stability and uptime. We recommend that all users of AllStarLink upgrade their appliances, PC’s and Raspberry Pi’s to use the latest version of ASL 3.
Over 3,700 nodes have already upgraded and are currently using ASL 3. This includes nodes using Raspberry Pi’s 3, 4’s or 5’s (many that had been running Hamvoip), x86_64/AMD PCs and cloud nodes, Kits4Hams SHARI boxes, Node-Ventures ClearNodes, Repeater Builder, and Hotspot Radios.
To learn more, visit the ASL3 Manual or log into the AllStarLink Community. You can also view how-to videos here. If you are using a hotspot appliance, we recommend contacting the hardware manufacturer for specific upgrade instructions.
We are also looking for volunteers; especially developers with PHP/Laravel and JavaScript experience. If you have these skill sets and are willing to help, please reach out to us at volunteer@allstarlink.net.
We thank you in advance,
Pete Elke /WI6H - President
Todd Lesser /KM6RPT – Secretary
David Shaw /WB6WTM - Treasurer
Kevin Custer /W3KKC - Board Member
Want to get started? AllStarLink is supported on any 64bit Intel/AMD (x86_64) or Arm (arm64) system including virtual machines, as well as many Raspberry Pi devices.
Get started with:
Installing on Debian (PC or VM)
Imaging a Raspberry Pi
Get Help:
AllStarLink Manual
ASL Community Forum
- Full Feature Repeater Controller
- VoIP Full Duplex Linking with great audio
- ASL/Echolink Linking
- Simplex (half-duplex) Station
- Autopatch and reverse autopatch
- Frequency Agile Remote Base Station
- Based on Asterisk - the Open Source PBX
- Real-time status reporting to stats.allstarlink.org