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RustDesk

by RustDesk · Global, Open source · Since 2020

Open-source remote desktop.

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Starting price
Free plan
Free trial / plan
Free plan
Start without a card
Deployment
Desktop
Web
App Advisor rating
4.2
transparency & India fit

What is RustDesk?

RustDesk is cybersecurity & endpoint protection from RustDesk, based in Global, Open source and has been building software since 2020. Open-source remote desktop.

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.

A free plan is available, with paid plans for growing teams. Beyond cybersecurity & endpoint protection, RustDesk also covers it service management & asset tracking.

What works well

  • +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
  • +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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RustDesk features

Category-standard capabilities plus what RustDesk 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
  • Open-source code you can self-host

RustDesk pricing

Entry price

Free plan

Free plan, paid tiers for more users and features

How RustDesk charges. Plans scale with users or features. Annual billing is usually 15–25% cheaper than monthly, and GST is added on top of listed prices in India.

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

Specifications

Category
Cybersecurity & endpoint protection, IT service management & asset tracking
Vendor
RustDesk
Headquarters
Global, Open source
Founded
2020
Pricing model
Freemium
Starting price
Free plan
Deployment
Desktop
Platforms
Windows
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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RustDesk — frequently asked questions

What is RustDesk?+

RustDesk is cybersecurity & endpoint protection by RustDesk. Open-source remote desktop.

How much does RustDesk cost?+

RustDesk has a free plan. Check the vendor's pricing page for current plans.

Does RustDesk offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — RustDesk offers a free plan you can start with.

Is RustDesk made in India?+

No. RustDesk is developed by RustDesk in Global, Open source, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is RustDesk best suited for?+

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

What are the best alternatives to RustDesk?+

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 RustDesk deployed?+

RustDesk is available as desktop software, with web access.

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