JollysFastVNC for Mac

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JollysFastVNC is a remote access utility designed for Mac users, allowing seamless connection to remote desktops. It supports VNC (Virtual Network Computing) protocols, enabling users to control other computers over a network securely. The software is particularly noted for its speed and efficiency, making it a suitable choice for users needing reliable remote access solutions.

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The application features an intuitive interface that simplifies the process of establishing connections. Users can easily configure their preferences, such as screen resolution and quality settings, to optimize performance based on their network conditions. Additionally, JollysFastVNC supports various authentication methods for secure access, ensuring that user data remains protected during remote sessions.

JollysFastVNC for Mac

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GENERAL

Release: December 13, 2019

Latest update: June 11, 2026

Version: 1.58

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Mac

Operating System

OS X 10.11
OS X 10.10
Mac OS X

Additional Requirements: A VNC or Apple Remote desktop server

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Total Downloads: 7,964

Downloads Last Week: 0

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4.3/5

24 User Votes

Good Tool!
dib_dotmacMarch 12, 2010
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />Ah, alt key works again in emacs & ksh. This is one of my primary tools for remote work. I'd use the built in vnc, except that it doesn't work on localhost ssh tunnels. This tool works well for me, even over high latency international connections. Thanks a bunch, Jolly!
As it says, FAST !! Best VNC client I have used
cliff53--2008February 1, 2010
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Simple interface to use. FAST. Very responsive developer. Bugs have been fixed very quickly.
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Documentation could be more extensive.
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By far the best VNC client
Infinity 3July 16, 2009
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />The title says it all. Reliable, easy to use. The way good apps should be. Well done to the developer(s). Jay
Great and free
pbeyroutyJune 25, 2009
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Works extremely well for connecting to computer on the local network using VPN or Bonjour. Window sizing and most keyboard syncing is great
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Can't use function keys such as F9 to separate windows on remote machines I haven't tried it for computers that are not on a local machine so I cannot comment on that. The download on C-Net doesn't work, had to get it somewhere else
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A very good product especially considering that it is free
Much improved...
alexhowardFebruary 18, 2009
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />When I first discovered this, it was great then builds for last fall through the end of the year were very troublesome. Lots of crashing, memory leaks, and sluggishness, but this most recent version seems to be back in the game. For Mac-to-Mac sharing, Apple's Screen Sharing can't be beat for speed and ease of use (though I need to do the usual hacks to it to get the bonjour browser and other features) but this is again my favorite third party VNC viewer. I especially appreciate the new authentication choices. If you gave up on this, give it another try.
Great app, but needs to handle right mouse button
deemeryFebruary 3, 2009
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />The only complaint I have is that I wish the right mouse button would send the correct modifier key to the remote machine. Otherwise, this is a great app, and I strongly recommend it.
Great little app
fk.eurekaJanuary 13, 2009
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />This is a great little application : and now much faster than before (only using on mac 2 macs config). Thank you !
Essential Program
rifty000September 8, 2008
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />I can't comment on versions in other languages, but I have to say I regard this program as absolutely essential for managing my computers effectively with one keyboard. I have two computers and three screens, and often a MacPro is running in one window, the Mac Mini in another, and WinXP in another via Parallels - and using this program, the three work seamlessly from the one keyboard. It is fast, problems encountered with updates are looked into (and solved!) by the developer very quickly, and has given me very little problem over the years. And it's free! It's a GREAT program in my opinion.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Non-US keyboards are handled...
yannis.haralambousMay 31, 2008
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...correctly!!<br />This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />I'm so happy I at last found an application that handles non-US keyboards correctly. I connected to my daughters machine and was able to keyboard text using French keyboard and even using my home-made polytonic Greek keyboard. It worked seamlessly. Previously I was using Chicken of the VNC and when I typed an A on my French AZERTY keyboard a Q came out on the distant machine, even although I had French keyboards activated on both machines. Thank you so much!!! Chers amis francophones vos problÃƒÂ¨mes sont terminÃƒÂ©s. DÃƒÂ©sormais vous pouvez utiliser JollysFastVNC et saisir vos textes sans problÃƒÂ¨me sur la machine distante. Une merveille ! ÃŽÂ¦ÃŽÂ¯ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ¹ Ã¡Â¼?ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂ·ÃŽÂ½ÃŽÂµÃ? ÃŽÂºÃŽÂ±Ã¡Â½Â¶ Ã¡Â¼?ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂ·ÃŽÂ½Ã?Ã?Ã?ÃŽÂ½ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ¹, Ã?Ã¡Â½Â° Ã?Ã?ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ²ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂ®ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂ±Ã?ÃŽÂ¬ ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂ±Ã? Ã?ÃŽÂµÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂµÃŽÂ¹Ã?Ã?ÃŽÂ±ÃŽÂ½ÃŽÂµ: Ã?ÃŽÂ¬Ã?ÃŽÂ¹ Ã?Ã¡Â½Â² ÃŽÂ±Ã¡Â½?Ã?Ã¡Â½Â¸ Ã?Ã¡Â½Â¸ Ã¡Â¼?Ã?ÃŽÂ³ÃŽÂ±ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂµÃ¡Â¿?ÃŽÂ¿ ÃŽÂ¼Ã?ÃŽÂ¿Ã?ÃŽÂ¿Ã¡Â¿Â¦ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂµ ÃŽÂ½Ã¡Â½Â° Ã?Ã?ÃŽÂ·Ã?ÃŽÂ¹ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂ¿Ã?ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ¹ÃŽÂ®Ã?ÃŽÂ¿Ã?ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂµ Ã¡Â½?Ã?ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ¹ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ´ÃŽÂ®Ã?ÃŽÂ¿Ã?ÃŽÂµ Ã?ÃŽÂ»ÃŽÂ·ÃŽÂºÃ?Ã?ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ»Ã?ÃŽÂ³ÃŽÂ¹ÃŽÂ¿ Ã?Ã?Ã¡Â½Â´ÃŽÂ½ Ã¡Â¼?Ã?ÃŽÂ¿ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂ±ÃŽÂºÃ?Ã?Ã?ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂÃŽÂ½ÃŽÂ· ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂ·Ã?ÃŽÂ±ÃŽÂ½ÃŽÂ®. ÃŽ?Ã¡Â¼Â¶ÃŽÂ½ÃŽÂ±ÃŽÂ¹ ÃŽÂ¸ÃŽÂ±Ã¡Â¿Â¦ÃŽÂ¼ÃŽÂ±!
Simply the best of ts kind
rifty000February 16, 2008
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />I run a MacPro and a MacMIni, and I simply combine their computing power using this program. That's fantastic; I can leave all the routine tasks to the MacMini and give the crunching stuff to the MacPro. All on the screen, keyboard and mouse in front of me, switcfhing between the two with one click of the mouse. At this stage of its development, it is a brilliant, must have program for me. Rifty

Developer’s Description

Secure Apple Remote Desktop and VNC client.

JollysFastVNC is a secure ARD and VNC client. It's aim is to be the best and most secure VNC client on the Mac. JollysFastVNC is shareware. This means you can try out the program for free. You should consider buying it, if you use it. You will be able to use it without buying it, but I strongly suggest you buy it and support development of new versions. It free to be used for connections to ScreenRecycler.