This guide will help any Ubuntu user with the installation of AnyDesk on Ubuntu Linux Desktop system. AnyDesk is a remote server management tool which provides powerful Linux-based connectivity for smooth and seamless remote access to any computer. AnyDesk can be used comfortably for both individual, teams and in professional organizations offering remote support to customers.
We had earlier covered the installation of AnyDesk on CentOS or RHEL 8 Linux. If you’re a TeamViewer user, this might be your chance to switch to AnyDesk. AnyDesk has some great features that will benefit you and your entire team.
- Desktop screen sharing with other users
- Ability to manage files between two devices
- Support for Wake on LAN for turning on devices from sleep mode
- Remote files printing
- Access remote devices using password without manual prompts
- Manage mobile devices such as Android and iOS using Anydesk
- Among many other great features.
AnyDesk does offer a highly flexible solution with endless options for customization, thus can adapt to the needs of any IT administrator.
1. Update Ubuntu System
Start by ensuring your system is updated.
sudo apt update && sudo apt -y upgrade
If a system reboot is required perform it.
[ -f /var/run/reboot-required ] && sudo reboot -f
2. Add AnyDesk repository
Import AnyDesk GPG key used in signing APT packages.
curl -fsSL https://keys.anydesk.com/repos/DEB-GPG-KEY|sudo gpg --dearmor -o /etc/apt/trusted.gpg.d/anydesk.gpg
Run the commands below to add AnyDesk repository to your Ubuntu system.
echo "deb http://deb.anydesk.com/ all main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/anydesk-stable.list
3. Install AnyDesk on Ubuntu
Finally update apt cache and install the latest release of AnyDesk on Ubuntu Linux.
sudo apt update
sudo apt install anydesk
4. Launch AnyDesk on Ubuntu
After installation, use the Desktop Applications launcher to start AnyDesk on Ubuntu LTS.
$ anydesk
Enter AnyDesk Address of remote server or share yours for a remote user to connect to your machine.

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Great article. Thank you
Easy to read and understanding purpose. Thank You!
originally from anydesk doc, but not work any more on Apr.2022
The article was so great but,
anydesk is fashing out after installation on 22.04
Can you share screenshot?
it workss thankss