Free, open-source alternatives to TeamViewer
Remote access and support. 2 apps you can run yourself instead of TeamViewer, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
MeshCentralBest match
Run your own web server to remotely manage and control computers on a local network or anywhere on the internet.
Guacamole
Clientless remote desktop gateway supporting standard protocols like VNC and RDP.
Side by side
| App | Stars | License | Activity | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeshCentral | 7,385 | Apache-2.0 | Node.js | |
| Guacamole | 4,009 | Apache-2.0 | Java, C |
Why replace TeamViewer?
TeamViewer works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.
Questions
What is the best free alternative to TeamViewer?
MeshCentral is the closest open-source replacement for TeamViewer in our list. Guacamole are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to TeamViewer?
Yes. All 2 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.