Billing, Rental Time & Support

Rental Timer and Session Time

Learn how rental time works, when the timer starts, and what happens when it expires.

Each DroidDesk rental has a fixed duration based on the selected plan. Rental time starts immediately after payment.

When rental time starts

The rental timer starts right after successful payment. This means your paid time starts counting down even if you have not connected to the device yet.

Before payment, we recommend that you:

  • install the RustDesk desktop client
  • check the selected plan
  • make sure the device fits your task
  • prepare your accounts and anything else you need for work

Where to see remaining time

You can see the remaining rental time:

on the device connection page
on the Active Sessions page

When the timer expires, access to the device is closed.

What happens when time expires

When your rental time ends:

access to the device is closed
the remote session stops
the password and connection details may no longer work
the device may be prepared for the next rental

If you need more time, extend your rental before the timer expires, if this option is available.

If you disconnect during the rental

If you lose connection or close the remote session, the timer does not stop. The rental continues until the paid time expires.

To reconnect, click Refresh Password and use the new one-time password.

If you lose time because of a device issue

If the device becomes unavailable because of a device-side issue, contact support. Please send:

  • Device ID
  • RustDesk ID
  • screenshot of the issue
  • your rental plan
  • approximate time when the issue started

Important

Because the timer starts immediately after payment, prepare everything before starting the rental.

Before payment, make sure:

  • the device fits your task
  • the selected plan includes the features you need
  • the RustDesk desktop client is installed
  • your internet connection is stable

FAQ

When does rental time start?

Immediately after successful payment.

Does the timer stop if I have not connected yet?

No. The timer starts after payment and continues until the paid time expires.

Where can I see the remaining time?

On the device connection page or on the Active Sessions page.

Does the timer stop if I disconnect?

No. The timer continues while the rental is active.

What happens when the timer expires?

Access to the device is closed, and the remote session stops.

Can I reconnect during the rental?

Yes. If the old password does not work, click Refresh Password and use the new password.

What if the device was unavailable?

Contact support and send Device ID, RustDesk ID, screenshot, and the approximate time when the issue started.

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