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Distant Desktop
What Distant Desktop is
Distant Desktop lets users control computers remotely from anywhere on Windows and macOS. Computers connect through an ID and password, and registration is not required to begin. Users can connect to several computers at once or allow several partners to connect to one PC. File transfer, text chat, voice communication, and a view-only mode support assistance and demonstrations. Administration features include unattended access, remote printing, Wake-on-LAN, whitelisting, and one-click system commands. Clipboard synchronization, connection logs, and multiple-monitor support are listed tools. The vendor says AES-based protection and SRTP protect video, audio, and file transfer. The free plan is available for personal and commercial use, with 17 hours of outgoing connection time per month, no simultaneous outgoing connections, and slow file transfer. Paid plans start at $3.33 a month billed yearly. Plans include Solo, Pro, and bundles for three, five, or ten Pro licenses.
Who it suits
It suits people providing remote technical assistance, administration, distance education, presentations, or working from home. The free tier fits infrequent use, while paid plans cover licensed devices and additional connections.
What it does well
- Works on Windows and macOS
- No registration required to start
- Includes file transfer and remote printing
- Supports unattended access and Wake-on-LAN
- Free plan allows personal and commercial use
What to know first
- Free plan limits outgoing time to 17 hours monthly
- Free plan has no simultaneous outgoing connections
- Free file transfer is slow
- Paid plans are billed yearly
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Solo | billed yearly for $39.95 · 1 licensed computer · one outgoing connection at a time · no branding/customization | $3.33 a month |
| Pro | billed yearly for $49.95 · Up to 3 devices of the licensed user · unlimited simultaneous outgoing connections | $4.16 a month |
| 3 Pro Licenses | billed yearly for $119 · 3 Pro licenses · one licensed user per license · up to 3 devices per licensed user | $3.31 a month |
| 5 Pro Licenses | billed yearly for $174 · 5 Pro licenses · one licensed user per license · up to 3 devices per licensed user | $2.90 a month |
| 10 Pro Licenses | billed yearly for $289 · 10 Pro licenses · one licensed user per license · up to 3 devices per licensed user | $2.41 a month |
| Free | 17 hours/month outgoing connection time · no simultaneous outgoing connections · standard support · slow file transfer | Free |
As distantdesktop.com lists them, read 11 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
Distant Desktop combines remote control, communication, file transfer, and administration tools across Windows and macOS. Its free tier has specific time and transfer limits, while paid plans begin at $3.33 per user per month when billed annually.
Facts from Distant Desktop's own pages
- Access mode
- both · distantdesktop.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Administration features
- Features include unattended access, remote printing, Wake-on-LAN, whitelisting, and one-click system commands. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Communication
- The product includes text chat and voice communication between remote partners. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- File transfer
- Users can send files and folders between their computer and the remote host. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2018 · distantdesktop.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · distantdesktop.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Free use
- The free version is available for personal and commercial use, with limited functionality described as more suitable for infrequent use. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The pricing comparison lists clipboard synchronization, connection logs, and multiple-monitor support among included tools. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Maker
- Distant Software says it was founded in 2018 in Toronto, Canada. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Managed devices
- 1 · distantdesktop.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Multiple connections
- Users can connect to several computers at once and allow several partners to connect to their PC. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Platform support
- The download page offers Windows and macOS versions; listed Windows support includes Windows 7, Vista, 8, 10, 11, and Windows Server 2008–2023. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Product
- Distant Desktop lets users control computers remotely from anywhere. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Security
- The vendor says it uses AES-based protection and SRTP for video, audio, and file transfer. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Setup
- The application connects computers using an ID and password and requires no registration to get started. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Paid from
- 3.33 · distantdesktop.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Support
- Support options include an FAQ, a user manual, and direct contact; the About page says they usually respond within an hour. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Supported platforms
- Windows,macOS · distantdesktop.com, 20 Sept 2026
- Target users
- The vendor describes use cases including remote technical assistance, administration, distance education, presentations, and working from home. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
- View-only mode
- View-only mode lets others see the user's actions and communicate without controlling the PC. · distantdesktop.com, 11 Oct 2026
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