# Glink VT — SSH/Telnet Terminal Emulator

> Terminal emulator for accessing legacy host applications via Telnet or SSH. (iPhone/iPad app by Gallagher & Robertson AS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glink-vt/id520476427 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gallagher & Robertson AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/520476450)
- Category: Utilities, Business
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 62 MB
- Released: 2012-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glink-vt/id520476427/reviews.md

## What is Glink VT?

Glink VT for iOS is a terminal emulator application that runs on iPad, iPhone and Mac's with M1/M2 chip. It is a port of our immensely successful and popular Glink for Windows product that has been chosen by more than 600,000 people world wide for connection to legacy host applications.  

Glink VT is used to access applications running on UNIX, AIX, Linux and DEC host systems. Glink VT emulates DEC VT100/102/220/320/340/420 terminals and uses the Telnet or SSH protocols for communication with the host systems. 

Glink brings you a high quality and proven emulator on your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch devices. 

Glink supports GlinkProxy, a server application designed to provide persistent host connections for Glink clients where the connection from the client device is unreliable. This may be because the device enters sleep mode or goes out of Wi-Fi range.

FEATURES
- DEC VT420, VT320/340, VT220 and VT100/VT102 terminal emulation, all screen sizes 
- Telnet communication to host
- IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) supported
- SSL/TLS support for secure communication
- SSH for direct communication with the SSH Daemon
- SSH tunneling for Telnet protocol
- Username/password or private key for SSH authentication
- Multiple concurrent host sessions 
- Configurable multi line toolbar with function keys and macros
- Configurable hot spots for function keys, numbers, characters and URLs
- Macro recording for auto-login and for assignment to toolbar
- Pop-up standard keyboard with support of international characters
- Tab/shift-Tab and arrow-keys supported on external Bluetooth keyboard
- All major function keys available as keyboard shortcuts
- Press and hold Command-key on external keyboard to see list of built-in keyboard shortcuts
- Colors can be customized
- Supports GlinkProxy Session Persistence Server
- Multiple host configurations supported
- Export and import of configurations
- Supports Managed App Configuration, which allows users to configure Glink remotely through Mobile Device Management (MDM)
- Optional password to access configurations
- Optional auto-connect and auto-login at startup
- Optional use of double-tap as Enter/Transmit
- Configurable scroll-back buffer contains history of your host session
- Print or e-mail host print data
- Print or e-mail terminal emulation content or scroll-back buffer content
- Zoom and scroll as the Safari browser
- Dynamic zoom to cursor position
- Blinking attribute supported
- Blinking cursor supported
- Two finger swipe gesture to move cursor
- Tap and hold to open Mail with e-mail address on screen
- Supports external Bluetooth keyboards and barcode scanners

## Key features

- DEC VT terminal emulation
- Telnet and SSH support
- SSL/TLS for secure communication
- SSH tunneling
- Multiple concurrent sessions
- Configurable toolbars and hot spots
- Macro recording and playback

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glink-vt/id520476427/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great bit of software

*2014-07-16*

Perfect terminal emulation, fast and accurate barcode scanner, prompt responses to questions from the developers. Great bit of software. A++

## Frequently asked questions about Glink VT

### What devices does Glink VT support?

Glink VT is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is also optimized for Macs with M1/M2 chips.

### How much does Glink VT cost?

Glink VT is a paid application with a price of $9.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### Does Glink VT have ads?

No, Glink VT does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience.

### What terminal types does Glink VT emulate?

Glink VT emulates DEC VT100/102/220/320/340/420 terminals, supporting all screen sizes.

### How does Glink VT handle unreliable connections?

Glink VT supports GlinkProxy, a server application that provides persistent host connections even if the client device's connection is unreliable or enters sleep mode.

### Can I use Glink VT with an external keyboard?

Yes, Glink VT supports external Bluetooth keyboards, including tab/shift-tab and arrow keys, and provides keyboard shortcuts for function keys.

### How often is Glink VT updated?

The latest version of Glink VT is 2.5.6, last updated on June 30, 2025. Updates are released periodically to improve functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Glink VT?

Glink VT has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.6 — 2025-06-30

- Correction for shifted function keys on physical keyboard
- Horizontal toolbar / snap to next set of buttons when swiped
- Max consecutive host bells
- Minor corrections and new features

### 2.5.5 — 2025-04-08

- Correction for URL address -> Open in browser

### 2.5.4 — 2025-04-04

- New SSH.NET version
- Mapping of control characters in barcodes
- Minor corrections and improvements

### 2.5.3 — 2024-10-09

- Fixed issue with Main Menu on iPadOS version 18
- Fixed issue with Key repeat of physical keys
- Minor corrections and new features

### 2.5.2 — 2024-08-16

- Vertical toolbar targeting devices operating in landscape mode 
- New version of Renci SSH.NET with updated encryption protocols
- Minor corrections and improvements

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