Getscreen.me
A browser-based remote desktop service for controlling and supporting computers from any web browser.
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About Getscreen.me
Getscreen.me lets you access and control desktops from a web browser without installing a client on the viewing side. It covers permanent unattended access, quick support sessions, screen sharing, a terminal mode for running scripts without interrupting users, and file transfer.
A free version is available for individuals, along with a one-time personal lifetime licence, business plans and a self-hosted version. It suits IT administrators and support staff as well as individuals reaching their own machines.
Strengths
- Control remote machines from any browser
- Terminal mode and file transfer
- Self-hosted version available
- One-time lifetime option for personal use
Limitations
- Requires an account
- Business features are on paid plans
Details
- Pricing
- FreemiumFree version for individuals, with a lifetime personal licence and business plans.
- License
- Proprietary
- Developer
- Getscreen.me
- Platforms
- Windows, Web, Self-hosted
- How it runs
- Web application, Self-hosted, Hosted service
- Account
- Required
- Works offline
- No
- Best suited for
- Support staff and individuals who want remote access from a browser
- Categories
- Remote desktop, IT administration
- Last verified
- Added
- Provenance
- Facts checked against the developer's own pages and store listings, 1 sources on file.
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Getscreen.me as an alternative
Listings that name Getscreen.me as an alternative.
ScreenConnect
Remote support and remote access software from ConnectWise, available as a cloud service or on-premises.
Getscreen.me lets technicians control machines from any browser, offers a self-hosted version and a free tier, and requires an account.
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