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title: "AnyDesk for macOS"
slug: "anydesk-for-macos"
status: "new"
updated: 2026-05-18T08:34:27Z
published: 2026-05-18T08:34:27Z
canonical: "support.anydesk.com/anydesk-for-macos"
stale: true
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> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.anydesk.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# AnyDesk for macOS

The AnyDesk remote desktop application for macOS offers seamless connectivity and a straightforward setup process. With support for custom clients, you can tailor the application to meet specific operational needs.

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## System requirements

- **Supported versions:** macOS 11 and newer

> [!TIP]
> 💡 **NOTE**
> 
> If you're experiencing connection issues on macOS 15 Sequoia, ensure your firewall applications are compatible with the OS and can interact properly with the built-in macOS firewall.

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## Installation and uninstallation

### Installation

> [!NOTE]
> 🦉 For installation instructions, see [**this article**](/v1/docs/install-anydesk#installing-anydesk).

### Uninstallation

Portable versionInstalled version

To remove the **portable** version of AnyDesk:

1. In the menu bar, right-click the AnyDesk icon, then select **Quit.**
2. Move the AnyDesk application from the **Applications** folder to **Trash**.
3. Delete the following folders:
  - `~/.anydesk/`
  - `/etc/anydesk/` (for standard clients)
  - `~/.anydesk-ad_<prefix>/`
  - `/etc/anydesk-ad_<prefix>/` (for custom clients)

To uninstall the **installed** version:

1. Go to **Menu > About AnyDesk**.
2. Hold the **Option/Alt** key.
3. Click **Uninstall** at the top-right corner.
4. Delete the following folders:
  - `~/.anydesk/`
  - `/etc/anydesk/` (for standard clients)
  - `~/.anydesk-ad_<prefix>/`
  - `/etc/anydesk-ad_<prefix>/` (for custom clients)

> [!CAUTION]
> 🚨 **IMPORTANT**
> 
> Deleting these folders will permanently remove the AnyDesk ID and Alias from the device. These cannot be restored unless previously backed up. For details, see [Back up AnyDesk ID and Settings](/v1/docs/back-up-anydesk-id-and-settings).

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## Granting security permissions

To receive incoming connections, you must configure the correct permissions. See [Grant security permissions on macOS](/v1/docs/security-permissions-on-macos).

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## Notarization

Custom clients are not signed by Apple by default. This may trigger a security prompt when starting the application. To bypass the prompt:

- **Option 1:** Right-click the AnyDesk app and select **Run**.
- **Option 2:** Enable **Notarize Client** in the [custom client configurator](/v1/docs/create-custom-client) to have Apple notarize your custom client.

> [!CAUTION]
> 🚨 **IMPORTANT**
> 
> Notarization can take from 15 minutes to 6 hours, depending on Apple’s server load. If it takes longer, copy the configuration and submit it again. Any configuration changes or updates to the macOS AnyDesk version will restart the notarization process.

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## Accept window

The **Accept Window** appears when a connection request is received, It is always displayed during an active session.

![macos-anydesk-accept-dialog-e1608549727322-768x929](https://f.hubspotusercontent40.net/hubfs/7940397/Help%20Center/AnyDesk%20for%20macOS/macos-anydesk-accept-dialog-e1608549727322-768x929.png)

From this window, you can:

- Accept, reject, or disconnect a session.
- View the ID or Alias of the connecting user.
- See encryption and connection type.
- Access files copied via the clipboard (if enabled).
- Open the chat window.
- Configure permissions for the connecting user.

> [!TIP]
> 💡 **NOTE**
> 
> If all permissions are disabled, the session becomes view-only.

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## File Manager

To start a File Manager-only session:

1. Enter the AnyDesk ID or Alias of the remote device.
2. Click **Browse files**. ![File_Share_dropdown](https://f.hubspotusercontent40.net/hubfs/7940397/Help%20Center/AnyDesk%20for%20macOS/File_Share_dropdown.png)

You can also access the File Manager during a session using the **Files** icon in the [session toolbar](/v1/docs/session-settings).

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## Cross-platform shortcuts

Due to platform differences, keyboard shortcuts do not map 1:1 between macOS, Windows, and Linux. Use the shortcut keys of the device you're controlling.

| **macOS Key** | **Windows/Linux equivalent** |
| --- | --- |
| **command (CMD)** | WIN / SUP |
| **option** | ALT |
| **control** | CTRL |

**Examples:**

- **macOS to Windows/Linux:**
  - Copy with `CMD+C`, paste with `CTRL+V`
- **Windows/Linux to macOS:**
  - Copy with `CTRL+C`, paste with `CMD+V`
- **Access Spotlight (from Windows/Linux):**
  - Use `WIN/SUP + Space`

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## macOS-specific settings

In addition to standard AnyDesk [settings](/docs/settings), macOS clients offer the following under the **General** tab:

- **Transmit keyboard shortcuts** - sends macOS keyboard shortcuts to the remote device.
- **Accept all remote keyboard shortcuts** - enables extended shortcuts defined under macOS **System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts**. Additional permissions are required.
- **Use Right Command as a Host Key** - allows local use of the right Command key while the left Command key is sent to the remote session.

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## Audio support

Audio transmission is supported on:

- macOS devices running **macOS 13 Ventura or newer**
- AnyDesk version **7.2.0 or newer** for macOS