RDP

Learn how to connect to Windows Instances on Pictor via RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol)

About RDP

What is RDP?

RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) is a proprietary network protocol developed by Microsoft, which provides a user with a graphical interface to connect to another computer over a network connection. It is the standard method for running a desktop session on a remote machine, allowing you to:

Work in a Graphical Environment: Access a familiar, fully-featured Windows desktop remotely.
Run Applications and Commands: Install and execute any application directly on the remote server.
Transfer Data: Transfer files and clipboard content between your local machine and the remote instance.
Manage Full Sessions: Control a complete desktop session, including sound and peripheral redirection.

RDP on Pictor

RDP is the primary connection method for Windows Instances rented on Pictor.

When creating a new Windows Instance on Pictor, you need to set up your connection credentials to authenticate and access the machine via RDP. Key credentials include:

Username: Default is set to user (currently, you can't customize it)
Password: The security key required to access your instance. You must set it following these rules:

At least 10 characters
One uppercase letter (A-Z)
One lowercase letter (a-z)
One number (0-9)
One symbol (e.g. !@#$%)

Connect to Instances via RDP

Ensure you have an RDP client

To connect to your Pictor Windows Instance, you need an RDP client installed on your local machine. The RDP client depends on your operating system:

Windows: You do not need to install an RDP client. Remote Desktop Connection is built-in and ready to use.
macOS: You must install a client. We recommend the Windows App, available on the App Store.
Linux: You must install a client. We recommend clients such as Remmina or KRDC.