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KDE Connect

KDE Connect

Communication Between Devices

271 ratings
335 reviews
๐Ÿ”ง Utilities
๐Ÿ“Š Productivity
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 10, 2022
  • August 21, 2026

Developer

KDE e.V.
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About

Seamlessly integrate your devices with features like a shared clipboard, file sharing, and remote control. Use your phone as a virtual touchpad or keyboard, and even control presentations remotely. All communication is secured with end-to-end encryption.

โœ“Shared clipboard
โœ“File and URL sharing
โœ“Virtual touchpad and keyboard
โœ“Remote presentation control
โœ“Remote command execution
โœ“End-to-end encryption
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of KDE Connect. Based on 271 reviews and a 4.2/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Productivity app.

Positive things

  • ๐Ÿš€Works seamlessly across devices
  • ๐Ÿ‘Easy to set up and use
  • ๐Ÿ”’Secure file transfer
  • ๐Ÿ’กInnovative remote control features
  • ๐Ÿค–Great for Linux/KDE integration

Negative things

  • ๐Ÿ›Occasional crashes and connectivity issues
  • ๐Ÿ”‹Drains battery when running in the background
  • ๐Ÿค–Limited functionality on iOS compared to Android
  • ๐Ÿค”Pairing can be unreliable at times
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What's New in KDE Connect

0.5.6

August 21, 2026

- Combine sections of files tab - Sort command list alphabetically - More detailed battery level icons

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User reviews

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New Feature

Expose Shortcuts to IOS,so that could create a shortcut in iPhone Home Screen to lock/unlock Kubuntu screen
SlovokaskaSlovokaska

I Love the Plasma Devs

Obviously itโ€™s annoying that thereโ€™s no SMS forwarding or screen mirroring, but thatโ€™s what you get for being in Appleโ€™s walled garden ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ
_Partaz_Partaz

cool

Cool app, however it doesnโ€™t let me connect to my computer from anywhere which is kind of a deal breaker.
Jackdkid ๐ŸŽฎJackdkid ๐ŸŽฎ

WOW.

just worked fantastic with no setup. I love KDE โค๏ธ
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Works great

Had issues while using windows, but I switched to cacheos and everything just works
Xenthar95Xenthar95
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Clipboard push feature not working

Bug

App crashes on launch for some users

Bug

Incompatibility with certain device/OS combinations

Bug

Inability to discover/connect to devices in some cases

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add support for background operation

Feature

Improve multi-file transfer capabilities

Feature

Integrate with system share sheet

Feature

Implement two-finger scrolling and other gestures

Feature

Add SMS/notification sync features

Feature

FAQ

What does KDE Connect do?

KDE Connect allows you to integrate your workflow across different devices. It offers features such as a shared clipboard for copy-pasting between devices, file and URL sharing, and the ability to use your phone as a virtual touchpad or keyboard for your computer.

What are the key features of KDE Connect?

Key features include a shared clipboard, easy file and URL sharing, a virtual touchpad and keyboard for your computer, remote presentation control with a laser pointer, and the ability to run commands remotely on your computer. All data is secured with end-to-end TLS encryption.

Is KDE Connect free to use?

Yes, KDE Connect is a free and open-source application. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, existing thanks to contributions from its community.

What devices is KDE Connect compatible with?

KDE Connect is designed to work across various devices including computers, phones, and tablets. You will need to install KDE Connect on each device you wish to integrate and ensure the versions are kept up-to-date for optimal functionality.

How can I use KDE Connect for presentations?

KDE Connect offers a remote presentation remote feature. By moving your phone around, you can control a laser pointer on your computer's screen, making it easier to guide your audience during presentations.