🔐 How to Unlock Full Access to AnyDesk on Mac: Step-by-Step Guide

If you're using AnyDesk on macOS for tech support or remote work, you may have noticed that control of the device is limited: the mouse doesn’t respond, the keyboard doesn’t type, and the screen isn’t fully visible.

Here’s the good news: there’s a way to completely unlock access to your Mac. Today we’re revealing every step in a clear, illustrated guide that’s surprisingly unknown, even among IT professionals.

💡 The Secret Lies in the Permissions (Which Apple Hides Well)

macOS is very protective in terms of privacy. That’s why, even if AnyDesk is properly installed, the system blocks full remote access by default. A manual setup is needed—but once done, AnyDesk works flawlessly.

🧑‍🔬 Key Steps to Gain Full Control

We tested this procedure on macOS Monterey, Ventura, and Sonoma, and it works on all versions:

🛠️ 1. Open Settings and Go to Privacy

Click the  Apple icon in the top-left corner
Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security
Scroll down to the Privacy section
Click the padlock in the bottom-left and enter your password to make changes

✅ 2. Grant the 3 Essential Permissions

🐭 Accessibility

Select Accessibility
Check the box next to AnyDesk
If it’s not listed, click the “+” button and add it from the Applications folder

🎥 Screen Recording

Go to Screen Recording
Check AnyDesk
If it’s missing, add it manually with the “+” button

📀 Full Disk Access (optional but recommended)

Select Full Disk Access
Add AnyDesk and check the box to allow file transfers

🔄 3. Restart AnyDesk

Close the application
Reopen it
You now have full remote access to your Mac with no limits

🕵️ Bonus: Privacy Mode to Hide Your Screen

Go to AnyDesk Settings > Security
Enable Privacy Mode
This will black out the screen from local viewers, ensuring complete confidentiality

📅 Download AnyDesk for Mac

➞ Click here to download the official version

🖚 In Summary: A Powerful Feature Few Know

Many Mac users use AnyDesk without realizing that, with just a few clicks, they can unlock much greater control. Perfect for technical support, management, or helping colleagues remotely.