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End-to-end encrypted alternatives to AnyDesk

The AnyDesk listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. 5 of the 35 other remote desktop apps in this directory are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

AnyDesk's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 4 of them are free or have a free plan.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from AnyDesk

  1. TeamViewer

    Remote access and IT support, free for personal use only

    • Only TeamViewer lists a web app.
    • TeamViewer is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
  2. GoToMyPC

    Remote access to your own Windows or Mac computer

    • AnyDesk has a free plan. GoToMyPC does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only GoToMyPC lists a web app.
    • GoToMyPC is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
  3. RealVNC Connect

    Remote access from the makers of VNC, with end-to-end encryption

    • RealVNC Connect is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
  4. ZeroTier

    Peer-to-peer virtual networks for devices, servers and sites

    • ZeroTier is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • ZeroTier also covers vPN.
    • AnyDesk also covers remote desktop.
  5. Tailscale

    Private network that links your devices, servers and teams

    • Tailscale is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • AnyDesk is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Tailscale also covers vPN.
    • AnyDesk also covers remote desktop.

Common questions

Is there an end-to-end encrypted alternative to AnyDesk?

Yes. TeamViewer, GoToMyPC, RealVNC Connect, ZeroTier and Tailscale are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Is AnyDesk end-to-end encrypted?

The AnyDesk listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. The listing was checked on Oct 18, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these remote desktop apps are free?

TeamViewer, RealVNC Connect, ZeroTier and Tailscale are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to AnyDesk: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.