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Microsoft Remote Desktop

Business • Microsoft Corporation • ⭐ 3.91 • 10,000,000+

Microsoft Remote Desktop provides remote access to Windows desktops and apps.

Version 10.0.18.1254 42.1 MB

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Permissions Explained 12 permissions requested View details

This app requests 12 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status Permission What it means Why it may be used User safety note
✅ Common Internet access android.permission.INTERNET Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services. Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates. Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
✅ Common View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network. Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality. Generally low risk by itself.
ℹ️ Review Access Wifi State android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive Modify external storage android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE Allows the app to write or modify files in shared device storage. Used for saving downloads, media files, exports, edited documents, backups, or cached content. Sensitive permission. Make sure file access matches the app’s purpose.
ℹ️ Review Keep device awake android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Allows the app to prevent the device from sleeping while a task is running. Used for media playback, downloads, navigation, alarms, calls, or long-running background tasks. Review battery usage if the app keeps the device awake too often.
ℹ️ Review Access Download Manager android.permission.ACCESS_DOWNLOAD_MANAGER This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review Foreground Service android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive Microphone access android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Allows the app to record audio from the device microphone. Used for voice messages, calls, video chat, speech search, audio recording, or voice commands. Sensitive permission. Only grant it to apps where microphone use is expected.
⚠️ Sensitive Camera access android.permission.CAMERA Allows the app to use the device camera. Used for QR scanning, taking photos, video calls, document capture, AR features, or profile images. Sensitive permission. Grant only when camera features are expected.
ℹ️ Review Finsky Permission Bind Get Install Referrer Service com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app. The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration. Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review NFC access android.permission.NFC Allows the app to use near-field communication features. Used for tap-to-pay, access cards, tags, pairing, identity, transit, or device sharing features. Review if the app has no clear NFC-related function.
⚠️ Sensitive Read external storage android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE Allows the app to read files from shared device storage. Used by media players, file managers, backup apps, editors, upload tools, and document apps. Sensitive permission. Review carefully if the app does not need access to files or media.

About Microsoft Remote Desktop

Microsoft Remote Desktop provides remote access to Windows desktops and apps.

What Microsoft Remote Desktop Is Used For

Microsoft Remote Desktop is a business app that appears to be used for connecting an Android phone to Windows desktops and Windows-hosted apps over a network. Based on the metadata, it is meant for people who need to access a work or personal PC remotely rather than using the phone as a standalone device.

Common uses may include checking files on a remote computer, opening desktop apps from a phone, or working with a Windows machine when you are away from it. The listed network permissions suggest the app depends on internet and local network access, while storage permissions may support transferring or handling files between the device and the remote session. Permissions for camera, microphone, and wake lock may also reflect features used during remote sessions, such as input support, audio, or keeping the connection active. Because this is a phone app, it appears oriented toward on-the-go remote access rather than a large-screen workstation experience.

Common uses

  • Connect to a Windows desktop from an Android phone
  • Open and use remote Windows apps over a network
  • Access work or home PC files when away from the computer
  • Manage a remote session while traveling or off-site
  • Use network-based remote access on Wi‑Fi or mobile data
  • May support file handling with device storage access
  • May use camera or audio permissions in remote session features
Best for:
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Related tags
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App Details

Package:
com.microsoft.rdc.androidx
Category:
Business
Developer:
Microsoft Corporation
Version:
10.0.18.1254
Contains Ads:
No
In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

  • Package name: com.microsoft.rdc.androidx

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