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What is CoDesk?

CoDesk is a full-featured open source remote control software that provides an alternative to TeamViewer and AnyDesk.

Key Features

  • Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
  • Self-Hosted: You can host your own relay server for full control over your data
  • End-to-End Encryption: All connections are encrypted for security
  • High Performance: Optimized for low latency remote access
  • Open Source: Fully transparent and community-driven

How It Works

  1. Install CoDesk on both the local and remote machines
  2. Each device gets a unique ID
  3. Enter the remote device's ID and password to connect
  4. Enjoy full remote desktop control, file transfer, and more

CoDesk uses a rendezvous/relay server architecture. The ID server (hbbs) handles device registration and connection setup, while the relay server (hbbr) relays traffic when direct P2P connection is not possible.