Remote Desktop
Self-hosted remote desktop apps
7 of the 16 remote desktop apps in this directory can be self-hosted, according to their own sites.
5 of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Oct 18, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getscreen.meBrowser-based remote access for IT teams, with a free two-device plan | Free plan · from $4.17/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, Browser extension |
| AnyDeskRemote desktop app, free for personal use, licensed for business | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| SplashtopRemote access to your own computers, plus separate IT support plans | Free plan · from $23.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| RustDeskOpen-source remote desktop you can run on your own server | Free plan · from $11.88/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| ScreenConnectRemote support for IT teams and MSPs, priced per concurrent technician | Free trial · from $30/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Remote UtilitiesRemote administration tool with a self-hosted server option | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| NoMachineSelf-hosted remote desktop sold as yearly server subscriptions | Free trial · from $24.50/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
Common questions
Which remote desktop apps can be self-hosted?
7 of the 16 remote desktop apps in this directory can be self-hosted, according to their own sites. They are Getscreen.me, AnyDesk, Splashtop, RustDesk, ScreenConnect, Remote Utilities and NoMachine.
Which of these remote desktop apps are free?
Getscreen.me, AnyDesk, Splashtop, RustDesk and Remote Utilities are free or have a free plan.
When was this checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 18, 2026, against the pages it cites. 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 each listing names the pages it was read from.