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Remotely

Free#34 of 40 in Remote Monitoring and Management Software

Remotely: A free, open-source option for unattended remote access, scripting, and device management. Ranked #34 of 40 in Remote Monitoring and Management Software by our editors (5.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for teams wanting free, self-hosted remote control.

5.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
5.7 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Teams wanting free, self-hosted remote control
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Multi-tenant management
Yes
Facts checked
23 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Unattended sessions include file and console access.
- API-based scripting supports remote commands and automation.
- Alerts, session recording, and organization management are included.
Where it doesn't
- Self-hosting requires deploying and maintaining a Docker-based server.
- Community support may not suit teams needing direct vendor assistance.
- Its focus is remote control and scripting rather than full RMM breadth.

Our verdict on Remotely

Remotely is an open-source, self-hosted remote-control and scripting platform for administrators managing Windows and Ubuntu Linux devices. Its web interface covers organizations, users, and devices, while unattended sessions provide ongoing remote access. Teams looking for a free tool they can host themselves may find its combination of control, device administration, and automation useful. It is a narrower choice for organizations expecting a broad remote monitoring and management suite.

The deployment model is central to the buying decision: administrators deploy the server with Docker, with Caddy reverse-proxy guidance available. The project documents Windows and Ubuntu Linux clients. Organizations can be configured for multiple tenants, but a new installation defaults to one organization, so teams planning separate organizational spaces should account for that configuration. This approach suits teams comfortable operating their own server; it is less fitting for those seeking a hosted service or minimal infrastructure responsibility.

Remote scripting and command execution are available through a REST-style API with API-key authentication. Device alerts can be sent through website, email, or API notifications, and the feature set also includes file and console access plus remote-control session recording. Community is the listed support channel. Remotely is a practical candidate when self-hosted control and automation are the main priorities, but teams choosing a fuller RMM product should compare its monitoring and management scope against their needs before committing.

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Remotely pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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Remotely fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Managed endpoints	Not verified
Patch management	Not verified
Unattended remote access	Yes
Script automation	Yes
Multi-tenant management	Yes
Deployment model	On-premises
Supported operating systems	Windows, Ubuntu Linux
Deployment	Self-hosted
Platforms	Web, Windows, Linux
Support	Community
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	1 integrations: REST API
Pricing	Free plan
Website	remotely.one
Facts checked	23 Sep 2026

Remotely integrations

Remotely lists 1 integrations on its own site.

REST API

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