How to Disable Remote Desktop in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Remote Desktop allows you to connect to your computer over the internet or a local network, which can be useful but also poses potential security risks. If you don’t need this feature, it’s best to disable it, especially on personal or work computers that don’t require remote access.

Disabling Remote Desktop in Windows 10

  1. Open System Settings: Click on the “Start” icon, choose “Settings”, then go to the “System” section.
  2. Navigate to Remote Access Settings: From the left menu, select “Remote Desktop.”
  3. Turn Off Remote Desktop: Switch the “Enable Remote Desktop” toggle to the “Off” position.
  4. Confirm Changes: A confirmation window will appear; click “Confirm” to save the settings.

Now the Remote Desktop feature on your Windows 10 computer is disabled.

Disabling Remote Desktop in Windows 11

  1. Open System Settings: Click “Start” and select “Settings.” Next, go to the “System” section.
  2. Locate the Remote Access Section: Scroll down to the “Remote Desktop” option and select it.
  3. Disable the Feature: Turn the “Enable Remote Desktop” toggle to “Off.”
  4. Confirm the Action: To finalize disabling, click “Confirm” in the pop-up window.

This will successfully disable the Remote Desktop feature on your Windows 11 system.

Additional Security Tips

To enhance the security of your computer, it’s recommended to regularly review access settings and set strong passwords. Disabling unused services, such as Remote Desktop, is a step toward minimizing the risk of unauthorized access.