How to install Splashtop Business across your devices
You can install Splashtop Business on multiple computers by logging into your account on each machine and downloading the software directly, or by using Splashtop's deployment tools if you have an organization account. The fastest method depends on whether you're setting up a handful of computers or dozens — a small team can finish in minutes per machine, while larger deployments use batch installation scripts that handle many computers at once.
Splashtop Business is remote access software that lets you control one computer from another. Once installed, you can access your work computer from home, your laptop from your office machine, or manage multiple devices from a central location. The installation process is straightforward on Windows and Mac, though the steps differ slightly between the two.
Key Takeaways
- You need a Splashtop Business account and the login credentials for each computer where you want to install the software.
- For fewer than five computers, downloading and installing on each machine individually takes about five minutes per computer.
- Organizations with 10 or more computers should use Splashtop's deployment console to install across multiple machines at once.
- Windows and Mac installations use the same account login but require different installer files downloaded from Splashtop's website.
- After installation, each computer must be registered to your account before you can access it remotely.
Installing Splashtop Business on individual Windows computers
Start by going to Splashtop's download page on the computer you want to set up. Open a web browser and navigate to splashtop.com, then find the Downloads section. Look for Splashtop Business Streamer — this is the software that turns your computer into a device you can access remotely. Download the Windows installer file to your computer.
Once the download finishes, open your Downloads folder and double-click the Splashtop Business Streamer installer. Windows will ask for permission to run the program — click Yes. The installer will walk you through a few basic choices: accept the license agreement, choose where to install the software (the default location is fine), and decide whether to create a desktop shortcut. Click through each screen until the installation completes.
After installation finishes, Splashtop will ask you to sign in. Enter the email address and password for your Splashtop Business account. Once you sign in, the software will register this computer to your account automatically. You should see a confirmation message with a computer name — this is the name you'll use when connecting to this machine remotely. Repeat this process on each additional Windows computer.
Installing Splashtop Business on individual Mac computers
On a Mac, the installation process is nearly identical but uses a different installer file. Go to splashtop.com and find the Downloads section, then select the Mac version of Splashtop Business Streamer. The download will be a .dmg file — this is Mac's standard installer format.
Double-click the .dmg file once it downloads. A window will open showing the Splashtop icon and an Applications folder. Drag the Splashtop icon into the Applications folder. Mac will copy the software to your Applications folder, which may take a minute or two. Once that finishes, open your Applications folder, find Splashtop Business Streamer, and double-click it to launch the software for the first time.
The first time you run Splashtop on Mac, the system may ask for permission to allow the software to run. Click Open. Then sign in with your Splashtop Business account email and password. The software will register this Mac to your account. Repeat on each additional Mac you want to set up.
Using Splashtop's deployment console for larger teams
If you're installing Splashtop Business on 10 or more computers, using the deployment console saves time and reduces mistakes. The deployment console lets you create installation packages that automatically sign in and register computers without requiring manual setup on each machine.
To use the deployment console, log into your Splashtop Business account on the web at splashtop.com. Look for the Admin Console or Organization Settings section — the exact name depends on your account type. In the console, find the Deployment or Batch Installation option. You'll be able to create a custom installer file that includes your account credentials, so when you run it on a new computer, Splashtop installs and signs in automatically.
Download the custom installer, then copy it to each computer you want to set up. You can do this by email, USB drive, or network file sharing — whatever works for your setup. Run the installer on each machine, and Splashtop will install, sign in, and register without any additional steps needed from you. This approach works for both Windows and Mac if you have computers running both operating systems.
Registering computers to your account after installation
After Splashtop installs and you sign in, the software automatically registers that computer to your account. You'll see a unique computer name appear in your Splashtop account — something like "Marcus's Laptop" or "Office Desktop." This name is how you'll identify the computer when you want to connect to it remotely.
If a computer doesn't register automatically, open Splashtop on that machine and make sure you're signed in with the correct account. Go to the Settings or Preferences menu and look for an option to register or link the device. If registration still fails, sign out and sign back in — this usually triggers registration.
Once all your computers are registered, you can see them listed in your Splashtop account on any device. You'll be able to click on a computer name and connect to it remotely, as long as that computer is powered on and connected to the internet.
Troubleshooting common installation problems
If the installer won't run on Windows, check that you have administrator rights on that computer. Right-click the installer file and select "Run as administrator." If you're on a work computer, your IT department may have restricted software installations — contact them to see if Splashtop Business is on the approved list.
On Mac, if you see a message saying the software can't be opened because it's from an unidentified developer, go to System Preferences, then Security & Privacy. You should see a message about Splashtop with an "Open Anyway" button — click that to allow the software to run. This is a standard Mac security check and doesn't mean anything is wrong with Splashtop.
If a computer installs successfully but doesn't show up in your account after 10 minutes, restart that computer and sign back into Splashtop. If it still doesn't appear, check that the computer has an active internet connection. Splashtop needs internet access to register with your account.
What to do after installation is complete
Once Splashtop is installed and registered on all your computers, test the connection from one machine to another. Open Splashtop on the computer you want to control from, find the name of the computer you want to access in your list, and click Connect. You should see the remote desktop appear within a few seconds. This confirms everything is working correctly.
Keep Splashtop running in the background on computers you want to access remotely — if you close the software, you won't be able to connect to that machine. Most users set Splashtop to start automatically when the computer boots up. You can enable this in Splashtop's Settings or Preferences menu, usually under an option like "Launch on startup" or "Run in background."
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a separate Splashtop account for each computer?
No. One Splashtop Business account can have multiple computers registered to it. You sign in with the same email and password on every computer, and they all appear in your account dashboard. This lets you access any registered computer from any other registered computer.
Can I install Splashtop Business on a computer that's already running other remote access software?
Yes. Splashtop can run alongside other remote access tools without conflict. However, if you're using multiple remote access programs on the same computer, each one will use some system resources, so performance may be slightly slower than running just one.
What happens if I uninstall Splashtop from a computer?
That computer will no longer appear in your account, and you won't be able to access it remotely. If you reinstall Splashtop later and sign in with the same account, it will register again and show up in your list. You can uninstall and reinstall as many times as you need.
Do all computers need to be on the same network to use Splashtop?
No. Splashtop works over the internet, so you can access a computer at your office from home, or from anywhere else with an internet connection. The computer you're accessing just needs to be powered on and connected to the internet.
Can I install Splashtop Business on a Mac and access a Windows computer with it?
Yes. Splashtop works across operating systems. You can install it on Mac, Windows, or both, and access any registered computer from any other registered computer regardless of which operating system each one runs.