Windows Virtual Desktop
Quickly deploy virtual desktops and apps to enable secure remote work
Deploy and scale virtualized Windows desktops and apps on Azure
Windows Virtual Desktop is a comprehensive desktop and app virtualization service running in the cloud. It’s the only virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) that delivers simplified management, multi-session Windows 10, optimizations for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise, and support for Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments. Deploy and scale your Windows desktops and apps on Azure in minutes, and get built-in security and compliance features.
Deliver the only multi-session Windows 10 virtual desktop experience
Provide your users with the only multi-session Windows 10 desktop virtualized in the cloud that’s highly scalable, always up to date, and available on any device.
Enable optimizations for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise
Deliver the best Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise experience, with multi-session virtual desktop scenarios to provide the most productive virtualized experience for your users.
Migrate Windows Server remote desktops and apps to Azure
Migrate your Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environment with simplified management and deployment experience on Azure.
Deploy and scale in minutes
Quickly virtualize and deploy modern and legacy desktop apps to the cloud in minutes with unified management in the Azure portal.
More secure, productive virtual desktop experience on Azure with Microsoft 365
Deploy a complete, intelligent solution that enhances creativity and collaboration for everyone. Shift to Microsoft 365 and get Office 365, Windows 10, and Enterprise Mobility + Security.
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Flexible migration to the cloud for Remote Desktop Services
Optimize your cloud experience while lowering costs for your Windows Server desktops and apps. Get all the tools and resources you need to migrate your apps, data, and infrastructure at your own pace, with confidence.
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Supported transition to Windows 10
Get free extended security updates for your Windows 7 virtual desktop on Azure with Windows Virtual Desktop. Also, check application compatibility with Microsoft FastTrack App Assure. The program provides no-cost app compatibility assistance when deploying Windows 10 and Windows 10 multi-session with Windows Virtual Desktop.
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Windows Virtual Desktop for dev/test environments
Enable development and testing scenarios including virtual developer desktops and simplified load and scale testing virtual machine (VM) management Windows Virtual Desktop. Leverage the service to rapidly test .NET, UWP and other types of apps including end user acceptance testing for critical line of business (LOB) apps.
Why trust Windows Virtual Desktop?
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Flexible, scalable pricing
With Windows Virtual Desktop, pay only for Azure Virtual Machines and Azure Storage consumed by users during their use of the service. Select deployment options to match your needs.
Learn moreEstimate end-user experience quality
Use the estimator to understand the quality of your end-user experience when connecting to Windows Virtual Desktop. Find your recommended Azure region, determine your bandwidth requirements, and view your connection health.
Get started with Windows Virtual Desktop
Get instant access and a $200 credit by signing up for a free Azure account.
Learn how to start using Windows Virtual Desktop, with quickstarts and documentation.
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Technical documentation and quickstarts
Learn how to deploy the optimal environment, get hands-on, and explore options for migrating to Windows Virtual Desktop.
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Learn how you can deploy and scale your Windows desktops and apps on Azure in minutes, with built-in security and compliance.
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Frequently asked questions about Windows Virtual Desktop
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Windows Virtual Desktop supports Windows 10 multi-session, Windows 10 single-session, Windows 7 single-session, and Windows Server 2012 R2 and newer operating systems.
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Partners such as Citrix and VMware will deploy integrate and build on the Windows Virtual Desktop capabilities. Microsoft Cloud Solution Providers will offer Windows Virtual Desktop to their customers. Software and service providers will offer targeted solutions in the Azure Marketplace.
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Access Windows 10 Enterprise and Windows 7 Enterprise at no additional cost if you have an eligible Windows 10 Enterprise or Microsoft 365 license. Access desktops powered by Windows Server Remote Desktop Services at no additional cost if you’re an eligible Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS) Client Access License (CAL) customer. You pay only for the Azure compute, storage, and networking associated with the virtual machines you use in your environment. Take advantage of options such as one-year or three-year Azure Reserved Virtual Machine Instances, which can save you up to 72 percent versus pay-as-you-go pricing. Reserved Virtual Machine Instances are flexible and can easily be exchanged or returned.