Windows App

Previously Remote Desktop

Only for Mac

Free

Mac

Windows App for Mac (previously named Microsoft Remote Desktop) is your gateway to securely connect to Windows including remote PCs and admin-provided virtual apps and desktops across Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, Dev Box and Remote Desktop Services. Embrace the simplicity of a unified client with Windows App and connect to Windows in the cloud with ease and security, from the device of your choice. GET STARTED • Learn more about the features of Windows App at https://aka.ms/WindowsApp. • Configure your PC for remote access using the information at https://aka.ms/rdsetup. KEY FEATURES • Access remote PCs running Windows Professional or Enterprise and Windows Server. • Access managed resources published by your admin. • Connect through a Remote Desktop Gateway. • Simplified management of your connections and credentials from the Connection Center, including a Favorites page to cater to your unique workflow needs. • Audio and video streaming. • Redirect folders, your clipboard, and local devices such as microphones and cameras. • Teams Media Optimization. • Support for multiple monitors. By downloading Windows App, you agree to the license (see https://aka.ms/WindowsAppLicense) and privacy terms (see https://aka.ms/privacy).

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In this release we made the following updates: • Incorporated Liquid Glass styling and elements throughout the app (requires macOS 26 or later). • Refreshed the App Settings dialog. • Updated Teams VDI 2 components. • For managed PC endpoints the redirected folders list in Configure > Folders now includes the default folder in Settings > General. • Fixed Health Checks to ensure that Service Reachability and Gateways URLs are checked based on the current user. • Resolved inaccuracies with the Windows 365 Reserve remaining days count down. • Fixed a bug where activating a Reserve Cloud PC made other Cloud PC's associated with the account disappear. • Only the Activate and View Options menu items are now shown for unactivated Reserve PCs. • Resolved an issue where Frontline license acquisition took longer than 20s while connecting. • Added a new connection sequence status message that appears if Frontline license acquisition takes longer than 20s. • Added the "Powered Off" and "Hibernated" states to the device card. • Updated the View Details dialog to explain why Cloud PC actions are unavailable. • Disabled Cloud PC action menu items that aren't available in the current state. • Fixed a RemoteApp issue with SAP Logon which caused a message box to disappear when it lost focus. • Added more robust error handling around authentication token acquisition. • Added the ^1 and ^2 shortcuts to switch to the Devices and Apps tabs respectively. • Resolved duplicate in-app notifications that appeared when triggering a Cloud PC action. • Fixed app hangs that occurred when retrieving the account list, displaying notifications, or hovering over a device card. • Added the "MAS" prefix to the support ID in the About dialog to identify Appstore releases. • Addressed crashes that were showing up in error reporting. This update requires macOS 14 and later. macOS 13 is no longer supported. If you encounter any errors, you can contact us via Help > Submit Feedback.

The developer, Microsoft Corporation, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .

  • Data Linked to You

    The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:

    • Identifiers
    • Usage Data
    • Diagnostics

Privacy practices may vary based, for example, on the features you use or your age. Learn More

The developer indicated that this app supports the following accessibility features. Learn More

  • Supported Features

    • VoiceOver

    • Voice Control

    • Dark Interface

    • Sufficient Contrast

Seller
  • Microsoft Corporation
Size
  • 117.6 MB
Category
  • Business
Compatibility
Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
  • Mac
    Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
Languages
  • English and Simplified Chinese
Age Rating
4+
Copyright
  • © 2026 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.