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Apple Remote Desktop

Overview

What is Apple Remote Desktop?

Apple Remote Desktop (ARD), from Apple, is a remote administration tool for managing Apple computers running OS X across a network.

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Pricing

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Entry-level set up fee?

  • No setup fee
For the latest information on pricing, visithttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/apple…

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

Starting price (does not include set up fee)

  • $79.99 one-time fee
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Product Demos

Apple Remote Desktop 3 Demo -Copy from remote to local-

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Features

Remote Administration

Remote administration software is used to control a computer from a remote location.

6.1
Avg 8.0
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Product Details

What is Apple Remote Desktop?

Apple Remote Desktop Video

Installation and the basic how-to of  Remote Desktop in macOS 10.5.

Apple Remote Desktop Technical Details

Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationNo

Frequently Asked Questions

Apple Remote Desktop (ARD), from Apple, is a remote administration tool for managing Apple computers running OS X across a network.

Apple Remote Desktop starts at $79.99.

Reviewers rate Screen sharing and File transfer and Instant message highest, with a score of 9.

The most common users of Apple Remote Desktop are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).
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Comparisons

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Reviews From Top Reviewers

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Useful tool that needs some attention

Rating: 6 out of 10
April 14, 2025
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Verified User
Apple Remote Desktop
20 years of experience
Verified on LinkedIn
Endpoint Engineering and embedded IT Support personnel frequently use Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) to provide immediate remote assistance to end users. Although we use Jamf Pro (cloud) for overall maintenance of our macOS fleet, there are still times when Apple Remote Desktop is very useful for making live changes, or providing remote assistance to end users. It has been particularly useful in the case of student computing labs.

Remote Desktop with ease with the Apple Remote Desktop

Rating: 10 out of 10
December 09, 2022
Apple Remote Desktop helps me connect with my clients with ease. If there are problems or discussions that need to be conducted via Remote Desktop, this program is the most suitable. I have used it, especially during the pandemic, but also during times when traveling may not be as feasible, as well as when there is an urgent meeting that is taking place.

Apple Remote Desktop is a day saver.

Rating: 9 out of 10
December 09, 2022
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Vetted Review
Verified User
Apple Remote Desktop
20 years of experience
I use it to control Mac remotely. It allows me much more control over Zoom Remote or Microsoft Remote Desktop in automation. We have over 200 Mac laptops and the other remote software falls short. It would be nice to have an all-in-one solution but I do not believe it exists.

Apple Remote Desktop: All you need to know

Rating: 8 out of 10
December 08, 2022
AP
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Verified User
Apple Remote Desktop
2 years of experience
I researched about a lot of software that could help me manage all the workstations in my office, and I came across Apple Remote Desktop. I have always had faith in the services offered by Apple and I definitely had to try this one out. I got a tutorial from an expert and I knew that I have to use it no matter what. The biggest problem it helped me solve is that I can now manage and administer the common issues from my own desk. I can run the periodic task of maintenance from the comfort of my office.
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