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VNC Viewer

Productivity • RealVNC Limited • ⭐ 4.00 • 5,000,000+

Remotely control a desktop anywhere in the world from your Android device!

Version 1.2.6.109857 4.6 MB

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Permissions Explained 7 permissions requested View details

This app requests 7 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.
⚠️ 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	Vending Check License com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE	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	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.
✅ 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.
⚠️ 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 VNC Viewer

Remotely control a desktop anywhere in the world from your Android device!

What VNC Viewer Is Used For

VNC Viewer is a productivity app for remote desktop access from an Android phone. Based on the metadata, it appears to be used to connect to a computer and view or control that desktop from another location, which can be helpful when you need access to files, apps, or settings without being near the machine.

Because it uses internet and network permissions, the app may be intended for remote connections over Wi‑Fi or mobile data. The storage permissions suggest it may also support transferring or opening files during a remote session, or saving session-related content on the device. This kind of app is commonly used by people who manage work computers, help with basic troubleshooting, or need occasional access to a desktop while away from home or the office.

Common uses

Remote access to a desktop computer from a phone
View and interact with a computer screen from another location
Help with basic troubleshooting on a distant machine
Access desktop apps or files when you are away
Use over internet or local network connections
Manage a computer without sitting in front of it

Best for:

Remote workers IT support Desktop access Phone users Productivity

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App Details

Package:
com.realvnc.viewer.android

Category:
Productivity

Developer:
RealVNC Limited

Version:
1.2.6.109857

Contains Ads:
No

In-App Purchases:
No

Official Listing

Package name: com.realvnc.viewer.android

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How to Download VNC Viewer

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