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Chrome Remote Desktop

Q: How do I uninstall Chrome Remote Desktop?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host`. Homebrew will remove Chrome Remote Desktop and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

Q: How do I update Chrome Remote Desktop to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

Remotely access another computer through the Google Chrome browser

For Mac

Official website

Free + paid plans

CategoryWeb Browsers

PlatformmacOS

InstallationHomebrew

Version151.0.7922.13Catalog version

PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedAugust 10, 2026

What is Chrome Remote Desktop?

Remotely access another computer through the Google Chrome browser

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host

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How to Install Chrome Remote Desktop on Mac

Follow these steps to install Chrome Remote Desktop using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm chrome-remote-desktop-host is installed, then try `chrome-remote-desktop-host --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch Chrome Remote Desktop
Run `chrome-remote-desktop-host` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

Simple one-command installation
Well-maintained and regularly updated
Completely free to use

Cons

Requires Homebrew to be installed
macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about Chrome Remote Desktop

How do I install Chrome Remote Desktop on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run chrome-remote-desktop-host from Terminal.

Is Chrome Remote Desktop free?

Yes, Chrome Remote Desktop is completely free to use.

How do I uninstall Chrome Remote Desktop?

Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host. Homebrew will remove Chrome Remote Desktop and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.

What are alternatives to Chrome Remote Desktop?

There are several web browsers apps available for macOS. Browse the Web Browsers category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

How do I update Chrome Remote Desktop to the latest version?

Run brew upgrade --cask chrome-remote-desktop-host in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.

Does Chrome Remote Desktop work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, Chrome Remote Desktop can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.