How to Access Your VPS with AnyDesk: Complete Guide

Introduction

AnyDesk is a lightweight, fast, and genuinely simple remote desktop tool that lets you reach your VPS from any device. It’s an excellent alternative to Windows Remote Desktop (RDP), especially when you’re connecting from a machine running Windows Home (which can’t act as an RDP server), from macOS, from Linux, or even from your phone.

One of AnyDesk’s biggest advantages is that it needs no port forwarding and no complicated firewall rules. It works directly over the internet, which makes connecting dramatically simpler. It also offers unattended access, so you can connect to your VPS without anyone having to approve the session on the other end.

In this guide we show you how to connect to your VPS with AnyDesk step by step, and how to set up unattended access for faster connections down the road.

Before you start

To follow this guide you’ll need:

• An active Truobox VPS running Windows Server or Windows 10/11.
• Access to your Truobox client area (you’ll use the noVNC console during the initial setup).
• AnyDesk installed on your local computer. You can download it for free from the official AnyDesk website.

Part 1: First connection to your VPS with AnyDesk

Step 1: Open your VPS from the client area

For the initial setup you need to reach your VPS through the web console. Sign in to your Truobox client area and follow these steps:

1. Go to Services > My Services.
2. Select the VPS you want to connect to.
3. Click noVNC Console to open the server desktop in your browser.

Step 2: Open AnyDesk on your VPS

Once you’re on your VPS desktop through the noVNC console:

• If AnyDesk is already installed on the server, find it in the Start menu or on the desktop and open it.
• If it isn’t installed, open the browser on the VPS, download it from anydesk.com, and install it.

When AnyDesk opens, the main window shows a section labeled “This Desk” followed by an ID number. That’s your VPS’s AnyDesk ID.

Step 3: Copy your VPS ID

Write down or copy the ID number shown under “This Desk” in AnyDesk on your VPS. This number is unique to your server, and it’s what you’ll use to connect from your local computer.

Step 4: Connect from your local computer

Now, on your local computer (not on the VPS):

1. Open AnyDesk (make sure it’s installed).
2. In the “Remote Desk” field, type the VPS ID you copied in the previous step.
3. Click Connect.

Step 5: Accept the connection on your VPS

When you click Connect, a connection request appears on your VPS (visible through the noVNC console). You need to accept the connection by clicking Accept in the AnyDesk pop-up on the server.

Once accepted, your VPS desktop shows up in the AnyDesk window on your local computer. The connection is live and you can start working.

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Part 2: Set up unattended access

The process above works, but there’s a catch: every time you want to connect, you have to accept the request manually from the VPS (through the noVNC console). To avoid that, AnyDesk offers unattended access, which lets you connect straight away with a password and no manual approval.

Step 1: Open AnyDesk settings on your VPS

From the noVNC console (or from an AnyDesk session that’s already connected), open AnyDesk on your VPS and go to its settings:

• Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top corner of the AnyDesk window.
• Select Settings.

Step 2: Go to the Security section

Inside the settings menu, go to the Security section. This is where you’ll find the options for access permissions and authentication.

Step 3: Enable unattended access

Find the “Enable unattended access” option and turn it on. AnyDesk will then ask you to set a security password.

Step 4: Choose a strong password

Create a password that’s strong but that you can actually remember. This is the password you’ll enter every time you connect to your VPS unattended. A few recommendations:

• Use at least 10 characters.
• Mix uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.
• Don’t reuse the password of your Windows administrator account.
• Store it somewhere safe, or use a password manager.

Click Apply to save the changes.

Step 5: Connect with unattended access

From now on, when you connect from your local computer:

1. Open AnyDesk.
2. Enter your VPS ID.
3. Click Connect.
4. Instead of waiting for approval, AnyDesk asks for the password you configured.
5. Enter the password and click OK.

The session starts immediately, with no need to open the noVNC console or accept anything on the server. That makes day-to-day access much faster and far more practical.

Why use AnyDesk to reach your VPS

• Cross-platform: Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. You can reach your VPS from practically any device.
• No network setup: No ports to open, no firewall rules to write. AnyDesk handles it.
• Light and fast: The app uses few resources and delivers a smooth session even on modest internet connections.
• File transfer: Drag and drop files between your computer and the VPS.
• Unattended access: Once it’s set up, you’re in within seconds using just an ID and a password.

AnyDesk vs Remote Desktop (RDP)

Feature	AnyDesk	RDP (Remote Desktop)
Setup	Very simple, no ports	Requires enabling RDP and opening port 3389
Cross-platform	Windows, macOS, Linux, mobile	Mostly Windows
Performance	Excellent	Excellent
Unattended access	Yes, with a password	Yes, native to Windows
File transfer	Drag and drop	Share local drives
Cost	Free for personal use	Included in Windows Pro/Enterprise

Both tools are excellent. If your local computer and your VPS both run Windows Pro or higher, native RDP is a great choice. If you need to connect from other operating systems or you’d rather skip the setup work, AnyDesk is the way to go.

Conclusion

AnyDesk is a versatile, easy-to-use tool that lets you reach your VPS from any device and any operating system. The initial setup takes just a few minutes, and once unattended access is enabled, connecting to your server is as quick as typing an ID and a password.

If you’re looking for a Windows VPS for your projects, Truobox offers VPS plans with dedicated resources, a static IP, and real support. Pick your plan, connect with AnyDesk or your tool of choice, and start working today.