Chrome Remote Desktop

Chrome Remote Desktop extension
What is Chrome Remote Desktop?
Chrome Remote Desktop is a Chrome extension that allows users to access other computers remotely. Be it for short-term support or long-term access to files and applications, this secure & cross-platform tool supports Windows, Mac & Linux users. Available for access anytime and on any device with the Chrome browser, including Chromebooks.

Extension stats

Users: 36,000,000+
Version: 2.1 (Last updated: 2024-08-09)
Creation date: 2019-09-04
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
  • downloads
Size: 23.20K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

This is the companion extension for the Chrome Remote Desktop website (https://remotedesktop.google.com). This extension enables you to install, view, and modify the Chrome Remote Desktop native client from the web UI.

Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through Chrome browser or a Chromebook. Computers can be made available on an short-term basis for scenarios such as ad hoc remote support, or on a more long-term basis for remote access to your applications and files. All connections are fully secured.

Chrome Remote Desktop is fully cross-platform. Provide remote assistance to Windows, Mac and Linux users, or access your Windows and Mac desktops at any time, all from the Chrome browser on virtually any device, including Chromebooks.

For information about privacy, please see the Google Privacy Policy and the Chrome Privacy Notice.

For help or troubleshooting please click here: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/1649523

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works perfectly for many users, allowing remote access from any device
  • Easy to use compared to alternatives like Microsoft Remote Desktop
  • Reliable connection for most users
  • Satisfactory performance in terms of quality and stability
Cons
  • Frequent connection issues and errors, especially with server problems
  • Lack of sound support
  • Some users report problems with shortcut keys interfering with local actions
  • Incompatibility with certain operating systems or devices, such as Mac
Most mentioned
  • Server errors preventing connection
  • Connection reliability issues
  • Ease of use
  • Limited functionality compared to TeamViewer
Recent reviews
by FIRSAT AVM CEYHAN, 2024-11-09

by Dhanu Gupta, 2024-11-09

by Magda Reynolds, 2024-11-08
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Chrome Remote Desktop requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Chrome Remote Desktop has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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