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RustDesk

Remote Access and Support Tools

Open Source
Free Tier
Paid Plans
E
Enterprise
Self-hosted
OpenMSP Score
88
83
Reddit Impact Score
Github Score
2B
109KStars
16KForks
11KCommits
GNU Affero General Public License v3.0License
Mar 20, 2026Last commit

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RustDesk is a full-featured open source remote desktop software that works out of the box without configuration. It supports self-hosted servers for complete data control and privacy, or you can use public servers. RustDesk offers cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web) and is trusted by thousands of organizations with millions of downloads. Key capabilities include secure remote access, file transfer, TCP tunneling, clipboard support, and multi-monitor support. The open-source community-driven solution provides an affordable alternative to commercial remote desktop tools like TeamViewer, AnyDesk, and Splashtop. RustDesk Server Pro is available for organizations requiring advanced features like user-level ACL, device groups, LDAP integration, 2FA, and enhanced security controls.
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Key Features

Self-Hosted Control

Host your own server for complete data sovereignty and privacy compliance

Cross-Platform Support

Works seamlessly on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Web browsers

Open Source

Fully open source (AGPL-3.0) with active community development and transparency

Easy Deployment

Built-in network configuration and Docker support makes setup effortless

Secure File Transfer

Encrypted file transfer between connected devices with drag-and-drop support

TCP Tunneling

Port forwarding and TCP tunneling capabilities for advanced networking

Pros and Cons

Pros

Customizable

90+ configuration options and white-label branding capabilities

Open Source & Free

Completely free and open source (99.4k GitHub stars) with no subscription costs for self-hosting

Self-Hosting Option

Full control over your data with easy Docker deployment and data sovereignty

High Performance

Low latency with optimized codecs and efficient resource usage

Active Development

Vibrant community with frequent updates and 14.6k forks on GitHub

Cons

Self-Hosting Complexity

Requires technical knowledge to set up and maintain your own server infrastructure

Limited Enterprise Features in Free Version

Advanced features like LDAP, ACL, and 2FA require RustDesk Server Pro subscription

Smaller Ecosystem

Fewer third-party integrations compared to established commercial alternatives

Community Support

Primarily community-driven support unless using Server Pro with paid support

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