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April 26, 2013 – New TightVNC version 2.7.1 is released

A new version of TightVNC is now available in our Download section. It includes a single application screen mode, performance optimization for Windows 8, increased server security settings, and a whole heap of bug fixes. Read more or check the full list of changes.

December 20, 2012 – TightVNC version 2.6.4 is available

Today we have released TightVNC 2.6.4, to give everyone on the planet a chance to try our latest and greatest release before the suggested “end of the world”. New version includes updated built-in Java Viewer (version 2.6.2) and fixes a number of minor problems discovered in version 2.6. Go download it now.

October 31, 2012 – TightVNC version 2.6 released

TightVNC 2.6 has been released. New version introduces major performance improvements in TightVNC Viewer for Windows, new features in the built-in Java Viewer, and a host of bugfixes in all components. Make sure to read the complete announcement.

September 25, 2012 – Announcing TightVNC Java Viewer version 2.6

We are happy to introduce new version of TightVNC Java Viewer. It adds two major features. Make sure to read the complete announcement.

August 20, 2012 – Documentation on TightVNC MSI installer

New document explains silent installation of TightVNC 2.5.2 for Windows, and provides a comprehensive reference on all TightVNC-specific MSI properties. Download it now! [PDF format]

June 28, 2012 – TightVNC version 2.5.2 released

TightVNC 2.5.2 has been released today. This is primarily a bugfix release, but it also introduces one thrilling new feature in the Java Viewer. Read the announcement.

April 26, 2012 – Announcing TightVNC version 2.5

We are happy to present TightVNC 2.5. It features completely new viewer, new MSI-based installer, native 64-bit versions of all components, ultra-fast operation with mirror display driver, and more. Make sure to read the complete announcement.

January 27, 2012 – Announcing TightVNC Java Viewer version 2.1

TightVNC Java Viewer 2.1 has been released. New version features adjustable color depth and improves compatibility with Mac OS X (Apple Remote Desktop). Read the complete announcement.

August 3, 2011 – TightVNC 2.0.4 released

TightVNC 2.0.4 has been released. This version corrects a few problems discovered in the previous release. Read more in the complete announcement.

July 20, 2011 – TightVNC Java Viewer version 2 released

TightVNC Java Viewer version 2 has been released today. It's a major milestone for the TightVNC project. See more information here.

May 26, 2011 – TightVNC 2.0.3 released

TightVNC 2.0.3 has been released. This version corrects a number of various problems reported by TightVNC users. Read the complete announcement...

April 28, 2011 – New TightVNC Java Viewer is coming!

TightVNC Java Viewer version 2 is on the final stages of development and will be publicly released in the nearest weeks. It will be available both as free software (GNU GPL) and commercially. Commercial licensing will allow to link its components with proprietary programs. Please read more information here.

January 31, 2011 – Business-friendly license for TightVNC Server version 2

While TightVNC Server version 2 for Windows is available under the GNU GPL terms, that's not the only licensing option available. We can offer the source code under a business-friendly license if you would like to include it in your commercial software. So we have published a document which describes such commercial licensing in detail, with all terms and prices included. Read more information here.

January 26, 2011 – TightVNC installation script is freely available

TightVNC installation script has been publicly released and added to the downloads page. It's available under the terms of the GNU GPL license, just like TightVNC itself. Note that TightVNC v.2 installers have been built with NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System).

January 18, 2011 – Tight Decoder is available commercially

If you would like to support Tight encoding in your proprietary VNC-compatible viewer, there is an easy solution available. We offer commercial licenses for our genuine Tight Decoder (written in pure C, compatible with any C or C++ program). Go here to read more.

December 15, 2010 – Save 30% on TightProjector site license

Register TightProjector before December 31, 2010 to get maximum value for a very good price! Site license allows to use any number of TightProjector copies and project many screens simultaneously. Read more, download and register here.

July 8, 2010 – TightVNC 2.0.2 is available

TightVNC 2.0.2 fixes a packaging issue with previous version and includes the fix for Windows DPI scaling feature (that fix was announced in 2.0.1 but was not actually included there). Also, this version adds another small fix for clipboard transfers. Download Now!

July 7, 2010 – TightVNC 2.0.1 is available

TightVNC 2.0.1 is a minor update to the recent TightVNC 2.0 release. It fixes incompatibility with Windows DPI scaling feature, recovers log files "rotation" and fixes code page translations in clipboard transfers. Proceed to downloads!

July 1, 2010 – TightVNC 2.0 released

TightVNC 2.0 has been released. This version is the first stable release in new TightVNC 2.x series. Read the complete announcement...

May 19, 2010 – TightVNC 2.0 Beta 4 available

TightVNC 2.0 Beta 4 is available for download. It recovers keyboard handling and fixes a number of other important things. Read the complete announcement...

April 29, 2010 – TightVNC 2.0 Beta 3 available

TightVNC 2.0 Beta 3 is available for download. It features improved keyboard handling and a number of bugfixes. Read the complete announcement...

April 21, 2010 – TightVNC Java Viewer supports SSH tunneling

TightVNC presents new experimental release of TightVNC Java Viewer (version 1.5.1) which supports built-in SSH tunneling. Read more and download.

April 8, 2010 – TightVNC 2.0 Beta 2 available

TightVNC 2.0 Beta 2 is available for download. It features improved installer, offers new command-line options and adds tons of minor enhancements and fixes. Read the complete announcement...

March 9, 2010 – TightVNC presents RfbPlayer

RfbPlayer is a program able to replay saved VNC sessions. This software is not new, but it was not listed on the TightVNC Web site. Now we are fixing that fault and making RfbPlayer available for all. Read more and download.

March 2, 2010 – Unprecedented low prices on tech support services

We are glad to present new discounted prices on technical support services for TightVNC software. Discounts exceed 50% on particular types of support plans. See what we can offer.

February 23, 2010 – TightVNC 2.0 Beta 1 available

TightVNC 2.0 Beta 1 is available for download. This is the first public preview of the upcoming TightVNC 2.0 release. Read the complete announcement...

February 17, 2010 – TightVNC passes final testing on Windows 7

New version of TightVNC Server for Windows has passed final testing on Windows 7 with no issues. See more details in the press release: TightVNC meets Windows 7.