Number Exclusive: Anydesk Id

Pro Tip: Write this ID down. If you lose it and cannot access your computer (e.g., a black screen), you have no other way for someone to connect in to help you.

This is the biggest point of confusion. You can set a custom Alias (e.g., "JohnsOffice") on top of your numeric ID.

Because your ID is exclusive, it acts as your primary address. Anyone who knows your 9-digit ID can request a connection.

Important Security Rule: Do not post your AnyDesk ID publicly (forums, social media, etc.). Since it is exclusive and direct, publishing it is like publishing your house address. Always pair your ID with:

The AnyDesk ID is technically known as an alias. It is the unique identifier assigned to a specific device upon installation. Think of it as a telephone number for your computer. Just as no two phones share the same number in a network, no two AnyDesk clients share the same ID.

This exclusivity is the cornerstone of the software’s security model. When a user wants to connect to a remote device, they do not need to know the device's IP address, its physical location, or its local network configuration. They only need that nine-digit code. By stripping away the technical complexities of networking, the ID turns the global internet into a localized switchboard. A machine in a café in Berlin can be accessed instantly from an office in Tokyo, provided the ID is known and access is granted.