RustDesk 1.4.7

RustDesk is a privacy-focused alternative to TeamViewer and AnyDesk, offering encrypted remote desktop access across major platforms.

Razvan Serea News Reporter Neowin · Jun 2, 2026 23:56 EDT with 0 comments

RustDesk

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 1.4.7 changelog:

Added

Add advanced option to allow CLI settings when custom client toggles Disable settings #15138
Add Android device deployment flow #15146
Drag whole toolbar; snap to all four edges of the remote session window #15051
Github action hash pinned
Allow macOS monitor switching in privacy mode #15004
feat: option, enable-privacy-mode & enable-perm-change-in-accept-window #14875
impl(cm): implement change_theme and change_language callbacks #14782
add brute-force protection for one-time password #14682
add option to hide stop-service when service is running #14563
--deploy, reuse the device token #15035

Changes

refact(password): encrypt #15073
Harden os password （terminal windows and headless linux) anti brute force #14985
mobile: deeplink, disable by default #14824
stop retrying on restricted mobile access errors #14797
(keyboard): wayland clipboard input prompt #14700

Fixes

fix: bytes codec, reserver(), check max #15168
fix(crypt): symmetric crypt, zero nonce #15144
fix: add integer overflow check in wf_cliprdr.c #15142
fix(android): close session on dispose to prevent reconnect wedge #15143
scrap/wayland: insert videoconvert to fix screencast on COSMIC / DMA-BUF portals #15063
fix(ipc): scope active-user IPC routing to root CLI main requests #15058
fix(msi): check install folder, remove files when uninstall #15011
fix(custom-client): desktop, incoming only, touch drag #14928
fix(fs): file transfer, reconnect, restore dir #14925
fix: remove unsafe exec() in wf_cliprdr.c #14924
fix(android): waiting for image, one cause #14919
Terminal utf8 and reconnect #14895
fix(sicter): control side, privacy mode #14880
fix safari-oidc https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk/issues/14861 #14867
fix(linux): enable mouse side buttons in remote sessions #14848
fix(client): serialize X11 keyboard grab and debounce focus feedback #14836
flutter: improve address book pull error handling #14813
flutter: shift after one shot IME capitalization #14695
fix(win): exe icon path #14686
fix: file transfer, path traversal #14678
fix(ipc): harden local IPC authorization and portable-service bootstrap flow #14671
fix switch sides for macOS peers #14661
fix(iOS): preserve local pasteboard sync from Windows hosts #14659
fix(iPad): keep touch gestures with external mouse #14652
Fix Windows session-based logon and lock-screen detection #14620
fix(shell): restrict kv in update_install_option #14564
fix(linux): prevent X11 BadWindow crash in get_focused_display #14561
Fix(wayland): improve error message when xdg-desktop-portal is unavailable #12897 #14543
Fix Linux tray icon collision with other tray-icon crate apps #14530
Fix: note dialog not shown when closing session from reconnecting screen #14528
fix: iPad mouse down detection for physical mouse input #14515
fix(mobile): restore canvas offset after hidding the soft keyboard #14506
fix empty strategy value cannot apply over default advanced options #14502
fix(flutter): reduce accidental horizontal trackpad scrolling during vertical pan #14460
Move port mapping afterwards #14448
fix(update): macos, test before update #14446