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Why Remote Desktop Manager Free (Solo edition) is a power tool for independent IT pros

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Remote Desktop Manager Free (Solo edition) centralizes diverse remote connections and secure credential management for solo IT pros.

Marc Beausejour

As a Product Marketing Advisor and Subject Matter Expert (SME), I have a passion for staying ahead of the rapidly evolving IT landscape, keeping myself updated with the latest trends, innovations, and emerging technologies, enabling me to provide insightful guidance and strategic recommendations to clients or colleagues. With over 10 years of experience in the field of Information Technology, I have developed a reputation as a go-to expert for solving complex technical challenges and driving successful IT projects.

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Whether you’re a freelance sysadmin, IT consultant, or a tech enthusiast managing personal environments, your IT toolbox defines your productivity. As an IT professional, you typically rely on many different tools for remote connections. Unfortunately, existing solutions to harmonize and manage these tools often fall short, leaving your workflows fragmented and inefficient. This is exactly why Remote Desktop Manager Free (Solo edition) is a standout — it’s not just another remote connection app, but a centralized, secure, and highly versatile command center built specifically for individual IT professionals, available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.

In this article, we'll dive deep into why RDM Free (Solo edition) has become an indispensable tool for simplifying and securing workflows for thousands of solo users daily.

Try now RDM Free (Solo edition) and take control — even on your own.

Built for real-world IT workflows

Unlike limited trial versions or stripped-down tools, our free RDM Free (Solo edition) is fully functional and built specifically for solo IT pros. Whether you're managing multiple remote servers, maintaining client systems, or testing configurations in your home lab, RDM Solo centralizes all your sessions, credentials, and tools.


Session dashboard featuring RDP, SSH, and VNC connections
Session dashboard featuring RDP, SSH, and VNC connections

Comprehensive support for connection types

RDM Free (Solo edition) doesn’t limit you to basic protocols. It supports:

  • RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol)

  • Web URLs

  • Apple Remote Desktop (ARD)

  • SSH and Telnet

  • VNC

  • Hypervisors like VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox

  • Built-in SQL Server database management (no separate app required)

  • VPNs

  • PowerShell and command-line tools

And so much more!

Stop juggling multiple applications. Instead, securely launch and manage all sessions from a single, streamlined interface.


New session creation showing protocol selection
New session creation showing protocol selection

Secure, centralized credential management

Even if you operate independently, security should never be compromised. RDM Free (Solo edition) includes a robust credential vault secured with AES 256-bit encryption. Store, reuse, and securely associate your credentials across multiple sessions, significantly reducing repetitive tasks and potential security mistakes.


Credential management showcasing credential entries and session linking
Credential management showcasing credential entries and session linking

Organization and accessibility without clutter

Free tools often fall short in organization, but not RDM Free (Solo edition). It offers:

  • A folder-based hierarchy for intuitive grouping of sessions

  • Search and advanced filtering capabilities

  • Visual customization with color-coded or custom icons

Even managing dozens of endpoints remains clean and efficient.


RDM's main UI demonstrating folders, session tagging, and more!
RDM's main UI demonstrating folders, session tagging, and more!

Local storage offering offline capability

Many IT pros work in environments where cloud storage isn't practical or allowed. RDM Free (Solo edition) stores your data locally, offering you complete control, security, and offline access — perfect for travel, secure environments, or air-gapped networks. There are also options for cloud storage for those that prefer that route.


Local data source settings
Local data source settings

Who benefits most?

RDM Free (Solo edition) is versatile and widely adopted by:

  • Freelancers managing multiple client systems

  • Helpdesk technicians needing secure and organized remote access

  • IT students and self-learners building lab environments

  • Developers regularly accessing test servers and virtual machines

Why offer it free?

Devolutions believes every IT professional deserves top-notch tools — even individual users outside large teams. Offering RDM Free (Solo edition) for free helps build a strong community and trusted relationships. Many solo users eventually transition into team environments, naturally migrating to the RDM Team edition. But if you stay solo, RDM Free (Solo edition) supports you indefinitely along with several other free solutions from Devolutions.

Top 5 use cases for solo IT pros

Let's explore practical scenarios illustrating RDM Free Solo's versatility:

1 - Home lab management

Home labs are vital for testing, learning, and experimentation. RDM Free (Solo edition) simplifies management by organizing your RDP, SSH, and VNC sessions into easily navigable structures.


Home lab session folders with categorized virtual machines.
Home lab session folders with categorized virtual machines.


2 - Freelancers and IT consultants

When juggling multiple client systems, isolating environments and securely managing credentials becomes crucial. RDM Free (Solo edition) helps maintain strict organization, tag sessions, and securely link credentials per client.


Client-specific folder containing sessions and credentials.
Client-specific folder containing sessions and credentials.


3 - Cloud server access

Manage AWS, Azure, or other cloud instances seamlessly through a unified interface, consolidating your SSH, RDP, and web portal sessions alongside stored API keys and secure notes.


Cloud server access.
Cloud server access.


4 - Secure and offline work environments

RDM Free Solo edition's local, offline capabilities are invaluable for technicians working in secure or air-gapped environments, complying easily with stringent security regulations.


No internet setting
No internet setting


5 - Educational and training scenarios

Facilitating training or studying for certifications is easier with reusable templates, secure credential storage, and quick session deployment, ideal for university labs or self-paced online courses.


Templates being duplicated for various training scenarios
Templates being duplicated for various training scenarios


Bonus! Mobility and field work

With its portable version, RDM Free (Solo edition) runs from a USB key, letting field technicians and traveling consultants securely carry their setup anywhere.

Why RDM Free (Solo edition) simplifies IT workflows

All these scenarios share common traits:

  • Single-user workflows

  • Varied systems and credentials

  • Need for centralized, secure management without multiple apps

RDM Free (Solo edition) perfectly addresses these needs:

  • Centralized management from one interface

  • Secure and convenient credential reuse

  • Fully offline and local data management

  • Intuitive and efficient session organization

What you don’t get — and why it’s OK

RDM Free (Solo edition) excels for individuals but omits features that target team-based environments, such as:

  • Shared data sources

  • Role-based access controls

  • Multi-user collaboration

  • Advanced auditing and logging

If your professional requirements expand, upgrading to the team edition is straightforward. Until then, RDM Free (Solo edition) covers all your essential needs.

You don’t need a team to work like a pro

Remote Desktop Manager Free equips individual IT pros with powerful, professional-grade tools. These use cases only scratch the surface of its potential. As your needs grow, RDM Free effortlessly scales to meet them.

Ready to experience the difference?

Manage your connections your way with RDM Free (Solo edition). Try it now.

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