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Apple Remote Desktop
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Remote desktop management system for Mac OS X
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Apple Remote Desktop - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives
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Last updated: August 2025
Apple Remote Desktop overview
What is Apple Remote Desktop?
Apple Remote Desktop is an OS X desktop management system for software distribution, remote assistance, and asset management. This solution can be used to install software or updates, from either Apple or third parties, across a network. Apple Remote Desktop provides over 40 automation actions that can be used to construct administrative workflows.
With application usage and user history reports, this solution can help ensure compliance with software license agreements. To simplify task management, it provides over 30 templates for commonly performed tasks, such as default time zones, Energy Saver preferences, and desktop picture settings. Other Apple Remote Desktop features include remote Spotlight search, system status indicators, curtain mode, drag and drop capabilities, and more.
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Apple Remote Desktop reviews
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- Likelihood to recommend8.69/10
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Small Business Owner
Mikaela M.
Doctor
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Small Business Owner
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Who uses Apple Remote Desktop?
Based on 14 verified user reviews.
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User opinions about Apple Remote Desktop price and value
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April D.
Small Business Owner
Mikaela M.
Doctor
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Apple Remote Desktop FAQs
Apple Remote Desktop has the following typical customers:
Freelancers, Large Enterprises, Mid Size Business, Small Business
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Q. What languages does Apple Remote Desktop support?
Apple Remote Desktop supports the following languages:
English
Q. Does Apple Remote Desktop offer an API?
No, Apple Remote Desktop does not have an API available.