I’m gonna have a remote support person access my PC through TeamViewer or AnyDesk to install some software and do some configuration.
I’m looking for a way to track exactly what he’s doing on my PC so I can follow along. Also, if he transfers any files to run and then deletes them afterward, I want to make sure those files are saved somewhere.
Does something like that exist?
You can use something like OBS Studio or Bandicam to record everything that happens on your screen while the support person is connected. This way, you can replay the whole session later and see exactly what was done. It’s straightforward—just set it up to start recording when the remote session begins.
He’s going to install software?! That’s a huge red flag! Don’t let any remote user install anything, especially if they need admin rights.
How did you even get in touch with this person, and why do they say they need to install something? It sounds like a total scam!
thanks for the heads up! It does sound sketchy. But it’s official support from a well-known company that I pay for, so no worries!
Spyrix Personal Monitor is another good one. It logs keystrokes, captures screenshots, and records any files that were moved, created, or deleted. It’s like having a full activity log of the session.
If you want to keep an eye on what a remote user is doing on your PC—like installing software, transferring files, and making changes—there are a few options you can try.
You can use tools like ActivTrak or Veriato to track user activity, which will log things like software installs and changes made to your system. Plus, you can set up ScreenRec or OBS Studio to record the screen while they’re working, so you have a visual record of everything.
For file transfers, you can enable Windows File History or use a file auditing tool like FolderChangesView to capture any files that are added or deleted.