RealVNC Connect

VNC Connect is remote access and remote support software used to take control of computers and devices from elsewhere. The vendor also sells a developer SDK for building the same technology into other products.

What VNC Connect offers

• Managed device access — a setup for devices that need regular connections.
• Ad-hoc connections — one-off sessions for quick help.
• Non-commercial use — a route for personal use.
• Developer SDK — APIs for C, Java, JavaScript, Python and .NET, plus a cloud API.

Who it works with

The vendor lists use cases such as remote desktop, remote IT and customer support, working from home, mobile device support, delegated third-party access, training and remote monitoring. Industry pages cover IT software and services, telecoms, education, manufacturing, transport, construction, retail point-of-sale, smart ATMs and healthcare.

Key facts

• Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, Raspberry Pi, Android and iOS.
• Languages: the site is offered in English, German, Spanish, French and Portuguese.