: Download the Chrome Remote Desktop app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Sign in with the same Google account, select your computer, and enter your PIN.
| Tip | Why it matters | |-----|----------------| | Stay signed into the same Google account | Chrome Remote Desktop links devices via your Google account. | | Keep your computer awake & online | Sleep mode or no internet will block access. | | Use a strong, unique PIN | Protects against unauthorized access. | | Enable 2-Step Verification on your Google account | Adds extra security for remote access. | g.co crd setup
: Under the "Set up remote access" section, click the Download icon to install the Chrome Remote Desktop extension and host software. Install & Configure : Click Accept & Install to run the downloaded file. Name your computer so you can recognize it later. : Download the Chrome Remote Desktop app from
: Visit the same Chrome Remote Desktop website and sign in with the same Google account. You will see your host computer listed; click it and enter your PIN to start the session. | | Keep your computer awake & online
Setting up remote access involves two main steps: preparing the "host" (the computer you want to access) and then connecting from a "client" (your mobile device or another computer).
Once the setup is complete, you can access your host computer from a phone, tablet, or another computer:
is Google’s official shortcut link to set up Chrome Remote Desktop (CRD). It lets you securely access your computer from another device (phone, tablet, or another computer) via the Chrome browser or a mobile app.