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MeshCentral

Free, self-hosted web portal for remote desktop, terminal and file access to your fleet of devices.

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About MeshCentral

MeshCentral is an open-source remote management server built on Node.js. You install it on your own machine or VPS, deploy its small agent to Windows, Linux, macOS or FreeBSD devices, and then manage them all from a web page: remote desktop, a command-line terminal, a file browser, power controls, Intel AMT out-of-band management and event logs. Users and groups get fine-grained permissions, and the server supports two-factor sign-in and SSO. It is popular with small IT shops, schools and hobbyists who want a self-hosted alternative to commercial RMM and remote support tools without paying per technician or per device. Everything is free under the Apache License 2.0, and the project is published on npm. The trade-offs are the usual self-hosting ones: you handle installation, certificates, updates and security, and the interface is functional rather than polished. Phone support is limited compared with commercial tools.

Best for: Small IT teams and home-labbers wanting a free self-hosted remote management portal.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Free with no per-device or per-technician fees
  • Remote desktop, terminal and files in one web console
  • Agents for Windows, Linux, macOS and FreeBSD

Why people leave

  • You run, secure and update the server
  • Interface is dated and dense
  • Less polished mobile support than commercial tools

Top MeshCentral alternatives

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  1. 1RustDesk logo
    RustDesk

    Self-hosted remote desktop with smoother native apps and a simpler setup.

    66.5
  2. 2Apache Guacamole logo
    Apache Guacamole

    Browser gateway for machines that already run RDP, VNC or SSH.

    62.6
  3. 3ConnectWise ScreenConnect logo
    ConnectWise ScreenConnect

    Commercial support tool with an on-premises edition and vendor support.

    59.6
  4. 4GoTo Resolve logo
    GoTo Resolve

    Hosted remote support plus RMM if you'd rather not run a server.

    57.2
  5. 5DWService logo
    DWService

    Similar browser-based access, but the service is hosted for you.

    55.3

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MeshCentral: common questions

Is MeshCentral free?

Yes. MeshCentral is free, open-source software that you can host yourself.

Is MeshCentral open source?

Yes. The source code is on GitHub at Ylianst/MeshCentral. You can also run it on your own server.

What platforms does MeshCentral run on?

MeshCentral is available for Web, Self-hosted, Windows, macOS and Linux.

What are the best alternatives to MeshCentral?

The highest-ranked MeshCentral alternatives right now are RustDesk, Apache Guacamole and ConnectWise ScreenConnect. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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