Secure, fast, and open-source, bVNC offers robust VNC and SSH remote desktop solutions for Windows, Linux, and Mac. If you're an iOS or Mac OS X user, you can now access bVNC on these platforms through bVNC Pro. Support the development of this GPL open-source software by purchasing the donation version, bVNC Pro!

For the latest updates and release notes, check out the CHANGELOG. If you're looking for older versions, they're available at GitHub Releases. Encounter any issues? Report bugs via the GitHub Issues page. Instead of leaving a negative review, engage with the community and ask your questions on our forum.

Interested in other tools? Explore my RDP Client, aRDP, and for Proxmox and oVirt users, check out Opaque.

bVNC is a secure, open-source VNC client with a comprehensive suite of features designed to enhance your remote desktop experience:

• Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD, or any other OS with a VNC server installed.
• Master password support and multi-factor (two-factor) SSH authentication available in the Pro version.
• Multi-touch control for the remote mouse: 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 button options without lifting the initial tapping finger.
• Two-finger drag for scrolling and pinch-zoom capabilities.
• Options like Force Landscape, Immersive Mode, and Keep Screen Awake.
• Dynamic resolution adjustments for seamless control over virtual machines, from BIOS to OS.
• Full rotation and multi-language support.
• Comprehensive mouse support and full desktop visibility, even with an extended soft keyboard.
• Secure connections through SSH tunneling, AnonTLS, and VeNCrypt (excluding RealVNC encryption).
• High-grade encryption surpassing RDP, utilizing SSH and VeNCrypt for protection against man-in-the-middle attacks.
• AutoX session discovery and creation, similar to NX client functionality.
• Tight and CopyRect encodings for swift updates.
• Adjustable color depth for performance over slow links.
• Integrated copy/paste functionality.
• Features like Samsung DEX support, Alt-Tab, Start Button, and Ctrl+Space capture.
• SSH public/private key support, including the import of encrypted/unencrypted RSA keys in PEM format.
• Zoomable, Fit to Screen, and One to One scaling modes.
• Multiple input modes: Two Direct, one Simulated Touchpad, and one Single-handed mode, with long-tap options for clicks, drag modes, scroll, and zoom in single-handed mode.
• Compatibility with various VNC servers including TightVNC, UltraVNC, TigerVNC, and RealVNC, as well as Mac OS X built-in remote desktop server (ARD) and Mac OS X authentication.
• On-screen keys that can be stowed away, right-click functionality with the Back button, and D-pad for arrow control.
• Hardware/FlexT9 keyboard support and a view-only mode.
• In-app help for usage, connection setup, and input modes.

For optimal usage, the Hacker's Keyboard is recommended. Detailed instructions for setting up VNC on different operating systems are available:

• Windows: Plain VNC, Secure VNC over VeNCrypt, Secure VNC over SSH.
• Linux: Plain VNC (Remote Desktop on Ubuntu), AutoX Secure VNC over SSH.
• Mac OS X Remote Desktop: Plain VNC, Secure VNC over SSH.

Access the full source code on 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 and fix for toolbar position not restored.
• v5.3.3: Back button disconnects on Android TV, shows default settings icon, and introduces a new show keyboard icon and function for Android TV.