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TigerVNCUltraVNC
Free

Free and open source, with no paid edition.

 Free

Free and open source under the GPL.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows
  • Performance aimed at 3D and video workloads, not just a remote text editor
  • TLS encryption and extended authentication on top of the plain VNC protocol
  • Standard VNC protocol, works with other VNC software
  • File transfer, chat and service mode
  • VNC has no built-in file transfer, audio or printing; it is a screen and input protocol
  • Security depends on configuring TLS and authentication correctly, which is on you
  • Windows only
  • Encryption requires a plugin in the main product
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-2.0 License: GPL
No account needed No account needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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