Looking for a secure, fast, and open-source VNC and SSH remote desktop solution that works seamlessly across Windows, Linux, and Mac? Look no further than bVNC! Whether you're managing servers, accessing your home computer from afar, or just need a reliable way to connect to your systems, bVNC has got you covered. And if you're an iOS or Mac OS X user, you're in luck—bVNC Pro is now available on the Apple App Store at this link. Show your support for GPL open-source software by purchasing the donation version, bVNC Pro!
Stay up-to-date with the latest enhancements and bug fixes by checking out the release notes at GitHub. You can also find older versions and report any issues you encounter at Releases and Issues, respectively. If you have any questions, please refrain from leaving a negative review and instead join the discussion on our forum at bVNC Forum.
While you're exploring remote desktop solutions, don't miss out on my RDP Client, aRDP, available at Google Play. For users of Proxmox and oVirt, check out Opaque at Google Play.
bVNC is designed to be a versatile, secure, and open-source VNC client. Here are some of its key features:
- Compatibility with Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD, or any other OS that has a VNC server installed
- Master password support in the Pro version for added security
- Multi-factor (two-factor) SSH authentication in the Pro version for enhanced protection
- Multi-touch control over the remote mouse, including one-finger tap for left-click, two-finger tap for right-click, and three-finger tap for middle-click
- Drag and drop functionality with left, right, and middle buttons without lifting the first finger that tapped
- Two-finger drag for scrolling, pinch-zoom for zooming in and out
- Options like Force Landscape, Immersive Mode, and Keep Screen Awake for a better user experience
- Dynamic resolution changes for reconfiguring your desktop while connected and controlling virtual machines from BIOS to OS
- Full rotation, multi-language support, and full mouse support
- Full desktop visibility even when the soft keyboard is extended
- Secure connections through SSH tunneling, AnonTLS, and VeNCrypt (does not support RealVNC encryption)
- High-grade encryption superior to RDP using SSH and VeNCrypt (x509 certificates and SSL) to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks
- AutoX session discovery and creation similar to NX client
- Tight and CopyRect encodings for faster updates
- Ability to reduce color depth over slow links
- Copy/paste integration for seamless data transfer
- Samsung DEX support, Alt-Tab, Start Button, and Ctrl+Space capture for enhanced functionality
- SSH public/private key support with the ability to import encrypted/unencrypted RSA keys in PEM format
- Zoomable, Fit to Screen, and One to One scaling modes for better visibility
- Various input modes including two Direct, one Simulated Touchpad, and one Single-handed mode with long-tap options for clicks, drag modes, scroll, and zoom
- Support for most VNC servers including TightVNC, UltraVNC, TigerVNC, and RealVNC
- Support for Mac OS X built-in remote desktop server (ARD) and Mac OS X authentication
- Does not support RealVNC encryption; use VNC over SSH or VeNCrypt for secure connections
- Stowable on-screen keys, right-click with the Back button, D-pad for arrows, and rotate D-pad
- Hardware/FlexT9 keyboard support and view-only mode
- In-app help on usage, connection setup, and input modes accessible through the in-app Menu
- Hacker's Keyboard recommended for an optimal experience
For detailed instructions on setting up bVNC on Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X, visit the following links:
- Windows: Plain VNC setup at this link, Secure VNC over VeNCrypt at this link, and Secure VNC over SSH at this link
- Linux: Plain VNC (Remote Desktop on Ubuntu) at this link (note: run
gsettings set org.gnome.Vino require-encryption falsefirst if using Vino), and AutoX Secure VNC over SSH at this link - Mac OS X Remote Desktop: Plain VNC at this link and Secure VNC over SSH at this link
You can find the source code for bVNC and other remote desktop clients at GitHub.
What's New in the Latest Version v5.5.8
Last updated on Oct 24, 2024
- v5.5.8: Bugfix for master password crash
- v5.5.7: Stability improvements
- v5.5.6: Stop asking for Master Password on disconnection
- v5.4.8: Support for ACTION_BUTTON_PRESS and ACTION_BUTTON_RELEASE mouse actions
- v5.4.7: New round icon
- v5.3.5: Improved icon resolution
- v5.3.4: New app banner for Android TV, fix for toolbar position not restored
- v5.3.3: Back button disconnects on Android TV, show default settings icon on Android TV, new show keyboard icon and function for Android TV
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