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Rustdesk

Self-hosted remote desktop application.

Technical Profile & Specs

verified 2026-11-04

Cost
$0 / forever (Open Source)
License
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Hosting Model
Self-host (your server)
Platforms
webself-hosteddocker to self-host
Installation
Clone https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk or deploy with Docker Compose
Operational Setup
Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
Where Your Data Lives
All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
The Catch / Trade-off
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed TeamViewer.

Replaces 1 paid app

up to $24.90/mo ($299/yr) in subscriptions

Rustdesk FAQ

Common questions

Is Rustdesk free and open source?+

Rustdesk is an open-source tool licensed under cm0zftngg00pz94snxajamc81 that runs on self-host. Self-hosted remote desktop application.

What paid software does Rustdesk replace?+

Rustdesk serves as a free replacement for 1 paid SaaS application: TeamViewer, saving up to $24.90/month ($299/year) in subscription bills.

How do you install and set up Rustdesk?+

Installation: Clone https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.

What is the catch or trade-off with Rustdesk?+

Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed TeamViewer.