RustDesk1.5.1

Connect to and control a remote computer’s desktop from Linux, making RustDesk useful for technical support, administration, and access to another machine. RustDesk is a self-hosted remote desktop application positioned as an alternative to TeamViewer. Written in Rust, it is designed to work out of the box without configuration.

Sessions can use the project’s rendezvous and relay server, a server that you operate yourself, or a rendezvous/relay server that you build independently. This arrangement gives operators control over how connection data is handled, with the project describing it as avoiding security concerns. It suits individuals, support technicians, and organizations that need remote access while choosing their own connection infrastructure.

The Linux release includes x86-64 and AArch64 builds, and the current version is 1.5.1. Its desktop interface is available through Flutter, while the older Sciter interface is deprecated; Sciter-based builds require obtaining the Sciter dynamic library separately. RustDesk is published by rustdesk under an open-source license and is categorized as System Tools.

People compiling the program need Rust and C++ development environments, along with vcpkg and libraries including libvpx, libyuv, Opus, and AOM. Build guidance covers Ubuntu 18 or Debian 10 and Fedora 28 or CentOS 8, and a Docker-based build process is also provided; the project welcomes outside contributions.