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Jump Desktop 10.17.5 for Mac

Jump Desktop 10.17.5 for Mac

Mac Utilities
Updated Aug 7, 2026
Mac Utilities • Updated Aug 7, 2026

Jump Desktop is a remote desktop app that lets your Mac connect securely to other computers wherever they are. You can reach a work machine from home, help family with a problem, or open files on a desktop in another room. It speaks the standard RDP and VNC protocols and also offers its own Fluid protocol for smoother sessions.

Key Features

  • Connect to Mac, Windows and Linux computers using RDP, VNC or the Fluid protocol
  • Use Jump Desktop Connect for simple setup without manual network configuration
  • Enjoy fast, responsive sessions with support for multiple displays and Retina screens
  • Share folders, copy and paste between machines, and print to local printers
  • Protect sessions with encryption and sign in options for teams and shared access

How to Download

  1. Open the store page and Download from the official site to install the Mac app.
  2. Install Jump Desktop Connect on any computer you want to reach remotely.
  3. Sign in on both machines, pick the computer from your list, and connect.

System Requirements

Jump Desktop requires macOS 11.0 or later, as shown on its Mac App Store listing.

FAQs

Which protocols does Jump Desktop support?

It supports RDP and VNC, the standard remote desktop protocols, plus Fluid, its own protocol designed for low lag and good picture quality on slower links.

Do I need to change router settings?

Usually not. With Jump Desktop Connect on the remote computer, setup is handled for you, with no manual port forwarding in most cases.

Can I connect to Windows and Linux machines?

Yes. From your Mac you can connect to Windows and Linux hosts as well as other Macs, as long as the host supports one of the protocols the app offers.

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