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MeshCentralScreenConnect
Free

Free and open source under Apache 2.0, with no per-seat or per-device cost.

 Paid

Commercial software with a free trial.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Web Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted
  • Full web-based remote desktop, terminal and file management with no client to install
  • Self-hosted with no per-seat or per-device licensing
  • Cloud or on-premises hosting
  • Attended support and unattended access in one product
  • You are running a server that is exposed to the internet; securing it is your job
  • Installation and TLS configuration are real work
  • Paid product aimed at businesses
  • More than most people need for helping a relative
Self-hosted Self-hosted, Hosted service
Open source Closed source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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