GoToMyPC

A paid remote access service for reaching your own Mac or PC from any device.

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About GoToMyPC

GoToMyPC lets you connect to your home or office Mac or PC and use its files, applications and network as if you were at the desk. You install it on the host computer, then connect from a PC, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux or Chromebook device.

It includes a file manager, guest access and remote printing, with multifactor authentication, SSO, host access codes, AES-256 encryption and bundled antivirus. The service has been around for more than 20 years and is sold by subscription with a free trial.

Strengths

  • Connect from almost any device, including Chromebooks
  • Multifactor authentication, SSO and host access codes
  • File manager, guest access and remote printing
  • Long-established service

Limitations

  • Subscription required after the trial
  • Host computer must be Windows or Mac
  • Closed source and depends on GoTo's servers

Details

Pricing
PaidPaid subscription with a free trial.
License
Proprietary
Developer
GoTo
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
How it runs
Downloadable app, Hosted service
Account
Required
Works offline
No
Best suited for
Individuals and small offices who want to reach their own work computer remotely
Categories
Remote desktop
Last verified
Added
Provenance
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