RustDesk
Open-source remote desktop with self-hosted server options
About RustDesk
RustDesk is an open-source remote desktop application that lets you self-host your relay server for full control. It supports P2P encrypted connections across all major platforms.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Fully open-source
- Self-hosting for data control
- Free tier for personal use
- Low-latency P2P connections
- Broad cross-platform support
Cons
- Self-hosting requires technical knowledge
- UI less polished than TeamViewer
- Limited enterprise features
- Smaller ecosystem
- Sparse documentation
Key Features
Self-Hosted Server
Run your own relay server for data sovereignty.
E2E Encryption
NaCl-based end-to-end encryption.
Cross-Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and web.
File Transfer
Transfer files and sync clipboards.
Unattended Access
Always-on remote access.
Web Console
Centralized device management.
Custom Client Generator
Branded installers with your server settings.
SSO & LDAP
Enterprise auth via OIDC and LDAP.
Pricing
- Open-source client
- Self-hosted server
- P2P connections
- E2E encryption
- 1 user
- 20 devices
- 2FA
- Audit logs
- 10 users
- 100 devices
- SSO
- LDAP
- Custom client
- Custom limits
- Priority support
Best For
Privacy-Focused IT Support
Self-hosted remote sessions.
MSP Remote Access
Branded clients for helpdesk.
Personal Remote Desktop
Free secure access to home/office PC.
Developer Remote Management
Manage servers across platforms.
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