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End-to-end encrypted alternatives to Zscaler Private Access

The Zscaler Private Access listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. 8 of the 85 other remote desktop apps in this directory are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Zscaler Private Access's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 7 of them are free or have a free plan.

8 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from Zscaler Private Access

  1. Radmin VPN

    Free Windows software that joins remote PCs in a virtual LAN

    • Radmin VPN has a free plan. Zscaler Private Access does not.
    • Only Radmin VPN lists a Windows app.
    • Only Zscaler Private Access lists a web app.
    • Radmin VPN is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
  2. TeamViewer

    Remote access and IT support, free for personal use only

    • TeamViewer has a free plan. Zscaler Private Access does not.
    • Only TeamViewer lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • TeamViewer is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Zscaler Private Access also covers vPN.
  3. RealVNC Connect

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

    • RealVNC Connect has a free plan. Zscaler Private Access does not.
    • Only RealVNC Connect lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Zscaler Private Access lists a web app.
    • RealVNC Connect is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
  4. Tailscale

    Private network that links your devices, servers and teams

    • Tailscale has a free plan. Zscaler Private Access does not.
    • Only Tailscale lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Zscaler Private Access lists a web app.
    • Tailscale is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
  5. ZeroTier

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

    • ZeroTier has a free plan. Zscaler Private Access does not.
    • Only ZeroTier lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Zscaler Private Access lists a web app.
    • ZeroTier is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
  6. GoToMyPC

    Remote access to your own Windows or Mac computer

    • Only GoToMyPC lists Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and Linux apps.
    • GoToMyPC is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • GoToMyPC also covers file sharing.
    • Zscaler Private Access also covers vPN.
  7. HopToDesk

    Free open-source remote desktop with a paid device dashboard

    • HopToDesk has a free plan. Zscaler Private Access does not.
    • Only HopToDesk lists Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS apps.
    • HopToDesk is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • HopToDesk also covers file sharing and help desk.
  8. Iperius Remote

    Remote desktop and support software priced by connections

    • Iperius Remote has a free plan. Zscaler Private Access does not.
    • Only Iperius Remote lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Zscaler Private Access lists a web app.
    • Iperius Remote is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

Common questions

Is there an end-to-end encrypted alternative to Zscaler Private Access?

Yes. Radmin VPN, TeamViewer, RealVNC Connect, Tailscale, ZeroTier, GoToMyPC, HopToDesk and Iperius Remote are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Is Zscaler Private Access end-to-end encrypted?

The Zscaler Private Access listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. The listing was checked on Nov 13, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these remote desktop apps are free?

Radmin VPN, TeamViewer, RealVNC Connect, Tailscale, ZeroTier, HopToDesk and Iperius Remote 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 13, 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 Zscaler Private Access: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.