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AnyDesk

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Efficient app for secure remote access and file transfers across desktop and mobile devices. It's small, fast, and ideal for both enterprise and personal use, compatible with systems like macOS, Windows, and Linux, and offers features like session recording and custom branding.

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License model

  • Free PersonalProprietary

Application type

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Android
  • iPhone
  • Chrome OS
  • BSD
  • Apple TV
  • Raspberry Pi
3.7 / 5 Avg rating (54)
420 likes
48comments

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Properties

  1.  Lightweight
  2.  Scalable

Features

  1.  Unattended Access
  2.  Low Latency
  3.  No installation required
  4.  Integrated File Sharing
  5.  Remote Support
  6.  Quick connection
  7.  Screen Sharing
  8.  Support for Aliases
  9.  Record desktop activity
  10.  No registration required
  11.  Dark Mode
  12.  Bidirectional sync
  13.  Ad-free
  14.  Portable
  15.  Desktop Sharing
  16.  Real time collaboration
  17.  Two-factor Authentication
  18.  Low bandwidth usage
  19.  Remote Printing
  20.  Voice messages
  21.  Multiple languages
  22.  Remote Reboot
  23.  Online collaboration

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  • BIGLINUX liked AnyDesk
    4 days ago
  • xnax added AnyDesk as alternative to swayvnc
    8 days ago
  • rickbult liked AnyDesk
    12 days ago
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    Danilo_Venom added AnyDesk as alternative to Screen Sharing via Browser
    15 days ago
  • Fjordman reviewed AnyDesk  
    about 2 months ago

    I tried this for unattended remote access to a desktop at a residence. It worked while I was testing it there. It ceased working the next time I tried to access it a few days later. The UI is confusing and weird as well. Poor UX. Not recommended.

  • Observator liked AnyDesk
    2 months ago
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    graycatgrayhat added AnyDesk as alternative to 1Remote
    2 months ago
  • r3v0000 liked AnyDesk
    2 months ago
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    Danilo_Venom added AnyDesk as alternative to TeamViewer
    3 months ago
  • Kkay312 liked AnyDesk
    3 months ago
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AnyDesk information

  • Developed by

    AnyDesk Software GmbH
  • Licensing

    Proprietary and Free Personal product.
  • Pricing

    Subscription ranging between $10 and $30 per month.
  • Rating

    Average rating of 3.7 (54 ratings)
  • Alternatives

    141 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English
    • Bulgarian
    • Croatian
    • Czech
    • Danish
    • Dutch
    • Estonian
    • Finnish
    • French
    • German
    • Greek
    • Hungarian
    • Italian
    • Japanese
    • Korean
    • Norwegian Bokmål
    • Polish
    • Portuguese
    • Romanian
    • Russian
    • Chinese
    • Slovak
    • Spanish
    • Swedish
    • Turkish
    • Ukrainian

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  •   Updated Feb 22, 2024
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Our users have written 48 comments and reviews about AnyDesk, and it has gotten 420 likes

AnyDesk was added to AlternativeTo by andreasburike on Jun 9, 2014 and this page was last updated Sep 25, 2024.

Comments and Reviews

   
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Comment summary: AnyDesk is praised for its fast and responsive performance, ease of setup, and cross-platform compatibility. It's appreciated for not requiring installations, making it ideal for non-technical users. Many users prefer it over TeamViewer due to fewer restrictions for personal use. However, concerns exist regarding stability issues, security vulnerabilities, and commercial usage limitations in free versions. There are mixed reviews on customer support, with some users experiencing connection issues and security vulnerabilities.
GringoFrenzy
  
Top positive commentMay 26, 2016

Well, I used this as a last resort because I didn't want the 5 min time limit that TeamViewer impose on free sessions, and because Chrome Remote Desktop couldn't punch through my friend's NAT firewall for some reason. We were amazed at how easy this was to use (up and running in seconds) , especially considering no need to install, and a tiny download. Image quality and speed were top notch. It even placed my friends dual monitors into separate tabs at the top of the screen so I could flick between them easily.

Didn't try any extra features like file transfers or anything, so can't comment on that, but definitely recommended this based on remote desktop access alone.

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Durham Bell

I had the complete opposite experience. Couldn't connect to another machine on my LAN. If it can't hit the machine on the other end of my desk... 🤷‍♂️

Reply written Mar 7, 2022

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Ollav Nhar
  
Top negative commentOct 29, 2023

I was a huge fan, I use it ALOT since everyone and their dog wants me to fix their computers and I like fixing them. Lately a huge nagging has started to buy a licenced version and weird slowdowns and disconnects. That is exactly what was happening with TeamViewer when I first found Anydesk. Now this is why I am here again. I need to find an alternative now, since I cannot relay on Anydesk free version working when I need it. I would even pay around 300...400€ to get a perpetual licence. But I just cannot stand subscriptions.

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Fjordman
  
Negative commentDec 29, 2024

I tried this for unattended remote access to a desktop at a residence. It worked while I was testing it there. It ceased working the next time I tried to access it a few days later. The UI is confusing and weird as well. Poor UX. Not recommended.

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Peter S.
  
Positive commentNov 11, 2024

I use it for free. Send a link to a portable client to somebody, then connect to fix something. Mostly get no money for this. If I decide to do it commercially, then it could be worth some payment.

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funvill2024
  
Negative commentNov 8, 2024

Locked Beg/Negging screen to sign up for their pro-paid version. Enshitification

Try one of the Free and OpenSource Alternatives

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Jerry Cantu, Sr.
  
Positive commentSep 7, 2024

I like this AnyDesk remote desktop free for personal use. If of interest when someone is in need of computer assistance. It installs and works easy, safely, sessions last up to an hour, to use longer just have to log back in.

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Korwin
  
Negative commentFeb 5, 2024

Passwords are stored and/or transmitted in clear text, as evidenced by leak 2024-02. That is, neither a hash nor a salt is used.

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Jerry Cantu, Sr.

Passwords you write of are not descriptive, I use no password, other than to log onto account at https://my.anydesk.com, this password is not in clear text. As for connecting to another computer, clear text is ID only, computers only connect when and if popup is allows the connection. Connection is very well encrypted. I do not take your comment seriously and may I add all of your wording is speculative.

Reply written Sep 7, 2024

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What is AnyDesk?

AnyDesk offers a fast, intuitive and security-focused way to connect to remote computers. With a bevy of features and lightweight design that works across multiple desktop and mobile platforms, it's powerful enough for enterprises but easy enough for personal and home office use. Access your programs remotely, transfer files between devices and record sessions with ease. And for security purposes, you can easily set up your own network to take full control of your data.

The interface can be themed to comply with company branding to provide the most comfortable experience for end users needing support. A lightweight and small download makes it fast and easy. And it's available across all modern systems from Mac, Windows, Linux and even Raspberry Pi, to Android and iOS.

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