Local discovery
Find nearby Macs over local Wi-Fi using a setup flow designed to avoid unnecessary account friction.
Mac, iPhone, and iPad
Remote Mac control that feels direct.
Connect from one Mac to another nearby or over secure Remote Access. AirDesk preserves the source desktop, adds display and quality controls only when you need them, and still supports direct control from iPhone and iPad.
Mac remote desktop available
1.4.3 build 40
Signed, notarized, and ready for in-app updates.
AirDesk for Mac
Download AirDesk for macOS.
Install AirDesk on the Mac you want to share and on the Mac you want to connect from. You can also connect from the AirDesk iPhone or iPad app.
- Version
- 1.4.3 (40)
- Updates
- Expired-session recovery
- macOS
- 13 or later
Product Focus
AirDesk is a focused remote desktop workflow, not a broad collaboration suite.
Native desktop view
See the source Mac at its original aspect ratio, switch displays, and choose Fit or Actual Size without covering the desktop in controls.
Secure pairing
Pair devices intentionally, then keep the connection model understandable for regular users.
Display-aware streaming
Support Mac display workflows where the user needs the right screen, not just a generic mirrored view.
Desktop controls when useful
Send the clipboard, capture Mac shortcuts, use Mission Control or Show Desktop, enter full screen, and reconnect without leaving the session.
Remote access ready
The experience is designed to grow beyond local Wi-Fi while preserving the same simple control model.
Common questions about AirDesk
Clear answers about where the product fits, what it does, and when another tool may be a better choice.
Product information reviewed .
How can I control my Mac from another Mac, iPhone, or iPad?
Install AirDesk on the sharing Mac and enter its six-digit pairing code on the connecting device. For Remote Access, turn it on and complete Google sign-in when prompted; AirDesk verifies eligibility before resolving the same code over the internet.
Does AirDesk work on the same local network?
Yes. AirDesk discovers nearby Macs on the local network. Eligible signed-in users can also connect over the internet with the same six-digit code after Remote Access is enabled on the sharing Mac.
Is AirDesk an enterprise remote-support platform?
No. AirDesk is focused on direct personal Mac access. Teams that need fleet management, help-desk queues, or broad operating-system support should use a dedicated enterprise platform.
A good fit when
- Accessing a personal Mac from another Mac, iPhone, or iPad
- Low-friction control on the same local network or through a secure six-digit pairing code
- People who prefer a native Apple-device workflow
Consider another tool when
- Unattended enterprise help-desk administration
- Controlling Windows or Linux computers
- Organizations that require a full remote-monitoring platform