AnyDesk will have elevated privileges when installed. Connecting to a client with AnyDesk installed won't run into trouble controlling Admin (UAC) required applications. However you can request elevation remotely to clients that run AnyDesk portable. The trace file is named anydesk.trace. If necessary please additionally send us your 'Service Log'. To retrieve the trace files on Linux, open the terminal and copy&paste (cmd+c & cmd+v): cp /var/log/anydesk.trace / This will copy the files to your home folder. On macOS, please additionally send us your 'System Report'. Discover AnyDesk, the secure & intuitive remote desktop software, and take advantage of the application's innovative features! 02-2021 AnyDesk 6.2 for Windows released. 01-2021 AnyDesk 6.1 for Linux released. 01-2021 AnyDesk 5.3 for iOS released. 12-2020 AnyDesk 6.1 for Windows released. 11-2020 AnyDesk 6.1 for macOS released. View the changelog. Apr 10, 2020 AnyDesk is the world's fastest most comfortable remote desktop application. Access all your programs, documents and files from anywhere, without having to entrust your data to a cloud service.
Not every use case requires a paid AnyDesk license. That’s why we provide a free version of our remote access software so people can help friends and work on personal projects.
Looking for Free Remote Access Software?
There are many reasons you might want a free remote desktop option:
- A family member needs tech support, but you are halfway around the world.
- To take advantage of the high-performance tools on your desktop PC from a less powerful laptop.
- You want to have your data with you at all times, no matter where you are.
Sometimes you just need remote desktop software that is reliable and fast. Thankfully, the free version of AnyDesk comes with many helpful features and high security standards for your personal use. Find out for yourself what AnyDesk's free remote access software has to offer.
Remote Support for Your Loved Ones
If your family and friends need help with their computers, free remote desktop software is a true lifesaver. Gone are the days of tedious explanations over the phone and piles of screenshots to sort through.
Simply have them download the 3 MB file. There’s no installation or registration needed. You can access their device and provide remote support as if you’re sitting in front of their PC.
Flexibility for Your Personal Projects
You likely use multiple devices when working on personal projects. You might have high-performance graphic design software on your desktop PC but prefer to send emails from your laptop. Your phone is mainly for calls, messaging and social media. What if you could always have everything with you?
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Thanks to our free remote access software, you can! Your phone can become a remote control for your other devices, you can access powerful software from a small tablet and your files are with you at all times with cross-platform, high-speed access.
Trusted Security Standards
Security is our priority. That means our security features aren’t limited to the paid licenses. All of them are also available for the free version. TLS 1.2 technology protects every connection from unauthorized access.
RSA 2048 key exchange further encrypts your remote desktop session. We also employ Perfect Forward Secrecy and Salted Password Hashing to prevent third parties from decrypting your data.
Additionally, we make an effort to inform our users about cybercriminals and how to avoid getting scammed.
Access the Best Tools for Free
We offer the best tools for personal use that ensure a smooth workflow. Even if you’re on the go, working on your personal projects from your laptop, it’s as if you’re right in front of your remote device.
Need to print out a document from your remote device? Use our Remote Printing feature. The AnyDesk printer sends a print job to your local printer. This ensures a more efficient and immersive experience. Or transfer the file to your local device using our File Manager or the copy-and-paste function.
Need More Functionality Than Our Free Version Offers?
Anydesk Us Free
Do you need a high-performance remote desktop tool for your company, because you need to manage many devices at once? AnyDesk offers licenses for every need—from freelancers to large enterprises.
- Commercial Use
- Address Book
- REST-Interface
- Customization Options
- More Simultaneous Sessions and Active Devices
DeskRT is our proprietary video codec that ensures image transmission at low latency and high framerates, even at low bandwidths of only 100kB/s. Our innovative codec is at the core of AnyDesk and is also available for our free users.
AnyDesk doesn’t need to be installed. Simply download the small 3MB file and immediately get started without registration. Your AnyDesk-ID will be generated by simply opening the file. The perfect remote desktop software for less tech-savvy users.
Anydesk Us Pro
We wanted to make sure everyone can use AnyDesk to its full extent, whether you’re a Linux or a Windows user, whether you prefer Android or iOS. Even cross-platform use is seamless. Find your platform and download AnyDesk for free.