RustDesk is a fast, secure, and open-source remote desktop software designed for self-hosting, remote access, and IT support. It provides a privacy-focused alternative to TeamViewer and AnyDesk, offering full control over your data with minimal configuration.
The client is fully open source, while users have the option to choose between two server solutions: the Professional Server, a premium offering with advanced features available for purchase, and the Basic Server, a free and open-source alternative for those who prefer a self-hosted setup.
RustDesk features
- Open-source & free remote desktop solution
- Cross-platform compatibility – Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Web
- End-to-end encryption (E2EE) based on NaCl for secure connections
- Peer-to-peer (P2P) connectivity for fast and private remote access
- Self-hosting support – Own your data with easy deployment on your infrastructure
- Supports VP8, VP9, AV1 (software) and H264, H265 (hardware) codecs for efficient streaming
- Unattended access for remote management
- File transfer & clipboard sharing
- Multi-monitor support & remote printing
- Low-latency & high-performance remote access
- Session recording & chat functionality
- Professional & Basic server options for flexible deployment
- Lightweight & minimal resource usage
- No third-party server dependency for privacy
- No installation or admin privileges needed on Windows (elevate privileges locally or remotely on demand)
- Easy installation & minimal configuration required
- Custom branding & enterprise-level features available
RustDesk 1.4.2 changelog:
Added
- show your cursor on controlled side in view mode
- Incremental file transfer support (both sides being 1.4.2 are required)
- sciter hide cm #12570
- show TCP/UDP/IPv6 in tooltip #12613
- clipboard files, audit #12730
- advanced option, main window, always on top #12731
- disable-discovery-pane
- address-book level password
Changes
- try udp/tcp punch both at the same time
- Enhance .desktop File with New Keywords for Improved App Discoverability #12599
- Upgrade codecs
Fixes
- nokhwa, win, infinite loop #12489
- set allowMalformed to true when decode utf8 #12693
- ios, file transfer, home dir #12657
- On Ubuntu, the activity"s name is "RustDeskURL Scheme Handler" instead of "RustDesk" at the top bar #12587
- audio delay (Linux): added pulse audio and pipewire configuration RustDesk service #12724
- mouse event, is in current window #12760
- Scrambled image #12719
- port forward, invalid msg
Download: RustDesk 64-bit | MSI | 32-bit ~20.0 MB (Open Source)
Links: RustDesk Home Page | Other platforms | Screenshot
