Chrome Remote Desktop

by Google · Mountain View, United States · Since 2011

Free remote access.

Cybersecurity & endpoint protection IT service management & asset trackingFree

Starting price: Free
Free trial / plan: Always free; Start without a card
Deployment: Desktop; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.4; transparency & India fit

What is Chrome Remote Desktop?

Chrome Remote Desktop is cybersecurity & endpoint protection from Google, based in Mountain View, United States and has been building software since 2011. Free remote access.

Cybersecurity products protect endpoints, email, networks and cloud workloads, and test applications for vulnerabilities. Indian vendors such as Quick Heal and Seqrite are strong in endpoint security; global vendors dominate enterprise.

It is completely free to use. Beyond cybersecurity & endpoint protection, Chrome Remote Desktop also covers it service management & asset tracking.

What works well

+Completely free to use
+15 years in business — a mature, stable product
+Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run

What to watch out for

−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
−Desktop-first, so remote access needs a cloud-hosting add-on

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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Chrome Remote Desktop features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Chrome Remote Desktop adds. Verify depth in a demo.

Antivirus and endpoint detection (EDR)
Email security and phishing protection
Firewalls and network security
VPN and zero-trust access
Vulnerability scanning and pentesting
Security awareness training
SIEM and managed detection
Data loss prevention
Works offline on desktop
Free plan to start without a card

Chrome Remote Desktop pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How Chrome Remote Desktop charges. Chrome Remote Desktop is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on remotedesktop.google.com.

Specifications

Category: Cybersecurity & endpoint protection, IT service management & asset tracking
Vendor: Google
Headquarters: Mountain View, United States
Founded: 2011
Pricing model: Free
Starting price: Free
Deployment: Desktop
Platforms: Windows
Best for: Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India: No

₹600/mo

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Chrome Remote Desktop — frequently asked questions

What is Chrome Remote Desktop?+

Chrome Remote Desktop is cybersecurity & endpoint protection by Google. Free remote access.

How much does Chrome Remote Desktop cost?+

Chrome Remote Desktop is free to use.

Does Chrome Remote Desktop offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Chrome Remote Desktop offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Chrome Remote Desktop made in India?+

No. Chrome Remote Desktop is developed by Google in Mountain View, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is Chrome Remote Desktop best suited for?+

Chrome Remote Desktop suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for cybersecurity & endpoint protection with it service management & asset tracking.

What are the best alternatives to Chrome Remote Desktop?+

Popular alternatives in cybersecurity & endpoint protection include ManageEngine ADManager Plus, ManageEngine Endpoint Central, Zoho Vault. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Chrome Remote Desktop deployed?+

Chrome Remote Desktop is available as desktop software, with web access.