vnc-viewer ☆
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Description:
Remote desktop application focusing on security
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 7.15.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @RealVNC  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: vnc remote-desktop remote-access screen-sharing networking
Install: brew install --cask vnc-viewer
About:
Real VNC Viewer is a cross-platform remote desktop client that enables secure connections to VNC-compatible servers. It provides encrypted authentication and fine-grained access control, making it suitable for managing remote systems safely. The application supports high-performance rendering and seamless interaction with remote machines across various operating systems.
Key Features:
  • End-to-end encryption with VNC authentication
  • Cross-platform compatibility (macOS, Windows, Linux)
  • High-performance remote rendering
  • File transfer and chat capabilities
  • Session recording for auditing
Use Cases:
  • Remote system administration and IT support
  • Accessing headless servers or virtual machines
  • Telecommuting to a workplace desktop environment
Alternatives:
  • Screens – macOS-focused VNC client with a more native UI and touch gestures
  • Jump Desktop – Multi-protocol client with built-in RDP and Fluid Splice support
  • Microsoft Remote Desktop – RDP-based alternative for Windows environments
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 22, 2025 11:26am 7.15.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 9645acd9
Jan 11, 2024 9:22am 7.9.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 549e1f1e
Oct 18, 2023 2:08pm 7.7.0 0 VERSION_BUMP bce54e56
Sep 19, 2023 10:28am 7.6.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 683e9f08
Apr 12, 2023 9:18am 7.1.0 0 VERSION_BUMP c5360605
Mar 6, 2023 5:17pm 7.0.1 0 VERSION_BUMP f5028250
Feb 8, 2023 6:27pm 7.0.1 0 VERSION_BUMP ac04ee6b
Feb 1, 2023 9:08pm 7.0.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 62de4512
Sep 29, 2022 10:08pm 6.22.826 0 VERSION_BUMP d51ea84a
Jul 2, 2022 11:47pm 6.22.515 0 VERSION_BUMP 1da0814d
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