Looking for an Offline Installer of MS Remote Desktop After It Got Delisted
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CuriousCat99
Hey everyone! I recently noticed that the Microsoft Remote Desktop app has been delisted, and now I can't find an offline installer for it. I've been forced to use the Windows App, which is quite frustrating since it requires a Microsoft account just for basic RDP. I already have the Microsoft Remote Desktop app installed on my current machine, but I'm wondering if there's a way to install it on another computer? Is there an offline installer available somewhere, or can I extract the installer from my current installation? Any help would be appreciated!
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The Microsoft Remote Desktop store version is gone, but there's still a downloadable MSI version available directly from Microsoft until March 2026. It's pretty much the best option right now, especially if you need something reliable.
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I had luck finding a direct link to the older version of the app through some download sites. You can also check out rg-adguard.net by entering the Microsoft app link, it might help you find an outdated version, just be cautious as it’s not officially supported anymore.
LinkTroubles: That URL expired for me. Any suggestions for alternatives?
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If you're looking for an alternative to Microsoft Remote Desktop, you might want to check out Devolutions RDM—it's really user-friendly and has great features. I've been using their free version for a while and even transitioned to their server product for work.
HappyUser21: Yeah, I've been using the free version, too! It’s nice to categorize servers in tabs and has tons of customization options.
TabMaster77: I agree! It’s a bit buggy under unstable connections, but overall a solid choice.
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That app is officially end-of-life now. You might want to use older ways to connect like RDP or try out third-party options like mRemoteNG or Royal TS. Both offer quite a lot of functionality!
LinuxFan89: I second mRemoteNG! It’s been good for my Linux setup, and it works fine for RDP too.
RoyalFan32: Absolutely love Royal TS! Helps me keep everything in order.
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Have you tried RDCMan? It's a lightweight tool for managing multiple remote connections and I find it quite handy for organizing connections without a lot of clutter.
ServerWhiz101: I can see how that might work, but I feel like mRemoteNG is a bit more versatile for my needs.
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ResearchQueen: Good point! The MSI version does have some solid support, especially if you're not looking to move onto the newer versions.
CuriousUser99: I didn’t know there was still an MSI! That might be my best bet.