What you need
An iPhone with iOS 18 or later, or an iPad with iPadOS 18 or later, and a reachable computer running a compatible VNC or RDP server, or Mac Screen Sharing.
VNC and RDP for iPhone and iPad
GlanceVNC
Your desktop, wherever you need it. Connect to your Mac, Windows PC, Linux computer or Raspberry Pi from your iPhone or iPad.
No account. No subscription. Private by design.
Library
Remote desktops
Studio Mac
192.168.1.42:5900
Connect
Lab Workstation
lab-workstation.local
Add
What is GlanceVNC?
GlanceVNC is a VNC and RDP remote-desktop app by Chris Russell for iPhone and iPad. It helps home users and professionals view and control computers they own or are authorised to access, whether checking an application, working with a document or carrying out a desktop task.
A direct connection
Connect over your local network, or remotely through your own VPN that provides access to your computer. GlanceVNC connects directly to your computer and does not provide a hosted relay.
One app purchase
GlanceVNC is a paid App Store download with all features included. There are no subscriptions or in-app purchases, and no GlanceVNC account is required.
Read setup instructions and compatibility details or browse our setup guides.
Feature Set
Remote access that stays out of the way.
Keep your saved computers together, choose how you control the pointer, and adjust the display to suit your connection.
VNC and RDP support
Access your Mac, Windows PC, Linux computer or Raspberry Pi running a compatible VNC or RDP server, or Mac Screen Sharing, all from one app.
Your desktops, together
Save your computers and reconnect with a tap. Desktop previews help you find the one you need.
Find nearby computers
Discover compatible VNC desktops on your local network and add them to your library.
Ready on your other devices
Keep saved connections and their settings in sync between your iPhone and iPad with private iCloud sync.
Control that feels natural
Touch the screen directly or use it like a trackpad. Switch modes anytime, with gestures for clicking, scrolling and zooming.
Type when you need to
Bring up the on-screen keyboard to work, then dismiss it with a tap to see more of your desktop.
Saved sign-in details
Keep passwords in Apple Keychain. For RDP, review a computer’s certificate when needed and remember your approval.
Make it your own
Choose a photo for your home screen and adjust VNC colour quality to suit your connection.
What’s new in 1.3
Version 1.3 adds plain-text clipboard exchange for VNC, Mac Screen Sharing and RDP. Open the expanded session toolbar to use Copy from remote or Paste to remote, then use Paste on the remote desktop to insert text sent from your device.
TigerVNC desktop loading is more reliable on Linux, including CachyOS. Mac Screen Sharing waits longer for the desktop and automatically retries once if desktop preparation times out. Settings → What’s New now shows a text-based version history. Explore setup and feature help.
Availability
Download GlanceVNC
No account. No subscription. Private by design.
Version 1.3 supports iPhone and iPad running iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 or later. Check the App Store for the currently available version. See Setup Help for compatible servers and connection instructions.
