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Remmina
by Remmina
What Remmina is
Remmina is free, open-source remote access software for Linux desktops. It provides remote access, screen sharing, and file sharing, with plugins for RDP, SSH, SPICE, VNC, X2Go, and HTTP/HTTPS. The project describes it as copylefted libre software. Its feature set includes kiosk mode and multi-monitor support. RDP options include gateway connections, folder and printer sharing, smartcard sharing, microphone redirection, and clipboard controls. SSH options include identity-file authentication, proxy commands, configurable cryptographic algorithms, session logging, compression, and strict host-key checks. Security settings include options to disable password storage, use SPICE TLS encryption, and handle RDP certificates. Usage statistics are sent only if enabled. Remmina is available in more than 50 distributions, with installation guidance for Linux distributions, Flatpak, and Snap. The Snap version may lack features unless permissions are connected, and accessing a personal SSH directory requires manually copying files. Bug reports and feature requests go to GitLab; professional support is offered on a best-effort basis through Matrix or by contacting maintainers.
Who it suits
Remmina suits Linux users who need remote access to desktops, including people working from home or accessing files remotely. Its protocol plugins and administration options may also suit users connecting to systems such as Windows servers.
What it does well
- Free, open-source software with no stated usage limits.
- Supports RDP, SSH, SPICE, VNC, X2Go, and HTTP/HTTPS.
- Includes multi-monitor support and kiosk mode.
- Available in more than 50 distributions.
- Offers detailed RDP and SSH controls.
What to know first
- Linux is the only listed platform.
- Snap may lack features without connected permissions.
- Personal SSH directory access requires manual file copying.
- No free trial is listed.
Limits
The Snap package lacks some features unless permissions are connected, and access to the personal SSH directory requires manually copying files. No usage limits are stated for the free plan.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Remmina | No paid plan or usage limits stated on the opened pages | Free |
As remmina.org lists them, read 9 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit the Remmina website.
- Choose an installation route: a Linux distribution package, Flatpak, or Snap.
- Install Remmina using the guidance for your chosen route.
- If using Snap, connect permissions for features that require them.
- If using Snap with a personal SSH directory, copy the files manually.
- Choose the relevant protocol plugin for your remote connection.
Verdict
Remmina combines several remote-access protocols with detailed connection and security options for Linux. Check the Snap package limitations if that is your preferred installation method.
Questions
How much does Remmina cost?
The listed Remmina plan is free. The project describes the software as free of charge.
Which platform does Remmina support?
Linux is the listed supported platform, with installation guidance for Linux distributions, Flatpak, and Snap.
Which remote access protocols are available?
The site lists plugins for RDP, SSH, SPICE, VNC, X2Go, and HTTP/HTTPS remote access.
Can Remmina transfer files?
Yes. Remmina provides file sharing, and its RDP plugin includes folder sharing.
What are the Snap package caveats?
Some features require connecting permissions, and accessing the personal SSH directory requires manually copying files.
Where can users seek help?
The project directs bug reports and feature requests to GitLab. Professional support is offered through Matrix on a best-effort basis or by contacting maintainers individually.
Facts from Remmina's own pages
- Access mode
- attended · remmina.org, 20 Sept 2026
- Features
- The site highlights plugins, kiosk mode, and multi-monitor support. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- File transfer
- Yes · remmina.org, 20 Sept 2026
- Founded
- 2009 · remmina.org, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · remmina.org, 20 Sept 2026
- Funding
- The project says it is funded by donations and is not a nonprofit organization. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The site describes remote access for working from home or accessing files remotely, and its testimonials include Linux users administering Windows servers. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- License and cost
- The project describes Remmina as free of charge, open source, and copylefted libre software. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Package limitation
- The installation guide says the Snap package lacks some features unless permissions are connected, and access to the personal SSH directory requires copying files manually. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy option
- Sending periodic usage statistics to Remmina developers is an opt-in setting. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Protocols
- The site lists RDP, SSH, SPICE, VNC, X2Go, and HTTP/HTTPS remote access protocol plugins. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Remmina provides remote access, screen sharing, and file sharing to a desktop. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- RDP capabilities
- The RDP plugin lists gateway connections, folder and printer sharing, smartcard sharing, microphone redirection, and clipboard controls. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Security controls
- Listed plugin options include disabling password storage, SSH strict host-key checking, SPICE TLS encryption, and RDP certificate handling. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- SSH capabilities
- The SSH plugin lists identity-file authentication, proxy commands, configurable cryptographic algorithms, session logging, compression, and strict host-key checking. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- The project directs bug reports and feature requests to GitLab and says professional support is offered through Matrix on a best-effort basis or by contacting maintainers individually. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Supported distributions
- The site says Remmina is available in more than 50 distributions and provides installation guidance for Linux distributions, Flatpak, and Snap. · remmina.org, 9 Oct 2026
- Supported platforms
- Linux · remmina.org, 20 Sept 2026
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