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Product news, guides, and ideas for remote access and IT teams.
Switching from TeamViewer or AnyDesk in an Afternoon
The hardest part of leaving a remote desktop product is not the software, it is the list. Hundreds of machines, organized over years, that somebody has to move by hand. The HopToDesk migration import takes the device list you already have, rebuilds your groups, hands you enrollment links, and checks off every machine as it comes across.
No Monitor, No Problem: Remote Access to Headless Windows Machines
Connect to a Windows machine that has no monitor attached and you used to get a black nothing, because Windows shuts down its desktop when no display is present. HopToDesk now ships its own virtual display driver, so headless PCs, servers, and kiosks light up the moment you connect, with no dummy plug and no third-party software.
Session Recording That Stays on Your Machines
HopToDesk can now record remote sessions automatically and catalog every recording in your dashboard, with one rule at the center of the design: the video never leaves your machine. You get search, filters, retention, and fleet-wide enforcement, and we never hold a single frame of your sessions.
Controlling an Android tablet or phone unattended with HopToDesk
Three things trip people up when they remote into an Android device: the Play Store app is view-only, Android sleeps or locks the screen out from under you, and the screen-capture prompt comes back after every reboot. Here is the full setup that fixes all three, so you can connect to a tablet or phone any time without anyone touching it.
Remote Terminal: A Command Line to Any Machine
Sometimes the fastest fix does not need a desktop at all. HopToDesk Remote Terminal opens a live command line on the remote machine, PowerShell on Windows or your shell on Mac and Linux, in a lightweight window that uses a sliver of the bandwidth of a screen session. Type on your keyboard, run on their machine.
Automate your IT work with HopToDesk Agents
The Agents section of HopToDesk Dashboard Pro turns repetitive IT work into something you declare once and forget. Ask an AI what's wrong, fan out fixes across the fleet, and let scheduled runbooks handle the rest — all from the dashboard you already use.
HopToDesk and MCP: The First Remote Desktop App with AI Agent Support on Windows, Mac, and Linux
Remote desktop software has looked more or less the same for twenty years. You connect to a machine, you see the screen, you move the mouse, you type on the keyboard. The tools got faster and the encr
HopToDesk for Windows XP: Free Remote Desktop for the Machines That Still Matter
Windows XP ended official support over a decade ago, but millions of machines still run it. Factory floors, medical clinics, point-of-sale terminals, CNC equipment, and specialized lab instruments all
Introducing the HopToDesk Dashboard: All Your Devices in One Place
When you're managing a handful of remote devices, keeping track of things in your head works fine. But once you're supporting a team, a business, a family, or a growing list of clients, you need a cen
Privacy Mode: Keep Prying Eyes Away During Remote Sessions
When a technician connects to a computer for remote support, everything they do is visible on the remote computer's physical screen. Anyone walking by can watch the mouse move, see files being opened,
HopToDesk Quick Support: Remote Help Without the Setup
We've all been there. Someone calls you for help with their computer, and before you can even look at the problem, you have to walk them through downloading software, finding their ID, reading out a p
HopToDesk Invite: The Easiest Way to Start a Remote Session
Setting up a remote desktop connection usually means the person needing help has to find their ID, read out a password, and hope they don't misread a character. For someone who isn't tech-savvy, that
HopToDesk: Top Security Features That Start with 2FA
Security is non-negotiable in remote desktop software, and HopToDesk delivers with a robust lineup starting with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). This feature anchors a suite of tools designed to keep your connections safe. Here’s a look at how 2FA l...
Your Own HopToDesk Private Network with Cloudflare Workers
Leverage the simplicity, reliability, and global availability of Cloudflare Workers to run your own HopToDesk network. HopToDesk now offers an exciting new way for users to create and manage a self-hosted HopToDesk environment using Cloudflare Worker...
The HopToDesk Dashboard: A Simple Solution for Remote Device Management
The HopToDesk dashboard has arrived and is now accessible for all users, for free. It streamlines the process of overseeing your remote devices, facilitating the creation of invite links to seamlessly integrate new devices into your team, and allowin...
How to Protect Yourself from Remote Access Scams
Remote access software has gained popularity among businesses and individuals as a convenient way to access devices and systems remotely. However, it's crucial to be aware of scammers who exploit this software for malicious purposes. This article dis...
Remote Desktop Software for Freelancers: Improving Collaboration
As a freelancer, your ability to collaborate with clients and other freelancers is critical to your success. Fortunately, remote desktop applications have made it easier than ever to work with others. In this article, we'll explore how remote desktop...
Maximizing Productivity with Remote Desktop Software
Utilizing remote access solutions such as HopToDesk can be a game-changer in terms of improving productivity in various scenarios. In this article, we will explore the benefits of utilizing remote desktop software, as well as how it can boost product...
A More Secure Remote Desktop Solution with HopToDesk
Online privacy and security should always be a top priority, especially when it involves sensitive information. Last week, Global Encryption Day reminded us to think more about security. Many remote desktop apps support some kind of encryption to pr...
IT Solutions for Working from Home
According to a recent report from Forbes, 74% of professionals expect remote work to become the standard. During the recent pandemic, many workers became accustomed to the convenience of their home office and are not too eager to give that up. In eff...
Introducing HopToDesk, a Free and Simple Remote Desktop App
The worldwide number of devices is in the tens of billions and continuously growing, as is the need to connect them with people, whether they may be across the room or in another country. From accessing a work computer from home, providing remote ass...