Mobile and remote access
Use the title-bar shortcut to pair a trusted phone or remote browser with the current Nexts desktop.
Connect from the title bar
The phone icon in the Windows desktop title bar opens the Mobile access shortcut. Nexts starts the local Edge service and public tunnel when needed, then generates a pairing QR code for the current device.
- Keep the Nexts desktop running and connected to the internet.
- Select the phone icon in the title bar.
- Wait for the status to show Public online.
- Scan the QR code with the Nexts mobile app, or copy the pairing link and open it on a trusted device.
A green dot on the icon means the public connection is running. The pairing QR code expires; the panel shows a countdown and renews it before expiry. You can also select Refresh manually.
Full remote access settings
Open Settings → Remote access to manage the complete configuration:
- Start or stop the local remote service.
- View and copy the access URL.
- Allow trusted devices on the same local network.
- Enable or disconnect the Nexts-hosted public tunnel.
- Generate, copy, or refresh a pairing QR code.
Use the title-bar shortcut for everyday pairing. Use Settings to inspect service state, change local-network access, or troubleshoot a connection.
Connection requirements
- The host computer must remain powered on, with the Nexts desktop and remote service running.
- Public access requires a signed-in Nexts account, working network access, and a subscription that includes remote control. Your plan can limit concurrent tunnels.
- When the phone is outside the computer's local network, use the URL supplied by the public tunnel.
- If the QR code cannot be generated, check sign-in and network status, then select Refresh. If needed, reconnect the public tunnel from Settings.
Security guidance
The QR code and copied URL contain a short-lived pairing credential. Share them only with devices and people you trust. Do not expose an active QR code in public chat, screenshots, or recordings. Enable local-network access only on a trusted network, and disable the public tunnel or remote service when you no longer need it.