PDQ.com, a leading provider in endpoint management and IT automation solutions, today announced it has acquired ISL Online, a globally trusted provider of secure remote desktop software. This is a significant step forward for both companies, and more importantly, for the IT professionals and sysadmins who rely on our tools every day.
ISL Online will continue to be offered as a standalone product that you know and trust. But now it also becomes a deeper part of the PDQ platform, delivering secure remote access within PDQ’s robust suite for automated device management and patch deployment.
“We built ISL Online to be secure, flexible, and frictionless. Joining PDQ lets us bring those principles to even more IT professionals around the world while staying true to, and improving upon, the stand-alone product and best-in-class service that our employees will continue to provide, and that our customers love.”
Jure Pompe, CEO of ISL Online
Building on a Proven Partnership
This acquisition builds on a successful partnership that began in 2024, when ISL Online’s secure remote desktop software was integrated into PDQ’s Connect product. Since then, the results have been clear:
- IT teams gained faster, easier access to remote devices
- Sysadmins saved hours each week by avoiding tool-switching
- Organizations saw tangible ROI through improved response times and support efficiency
“Remote access is critical for how IT teams resolve issues quickly and keep users productive. ISL Online has been a fantastic partner, and we’re excited to take that relationship to the next level. This acquisition helps us continue our product development of smarter IT while creating less busy work. By bringing ISL Online into the PDQ suite we can more confidently fold secure, scalable support directly into the tools that IT teams already use and trust.”
Brandon Peay, CFO and CSO of PDQ
PDQ + ISL Online: Expanding Possibilities for IT Teams Everywhere
If your IT team is looking to expand its IT capabilities and set up a modern AEM (automated endpoint management) workspace, you now have the opportunity to continue using your trusted remote desktop software within PDQ Connect, the company’s best-in-class cloud-based product that seamlessly and quickly automates patches and updates via the most comprehensive package library.
As the integration develops further, ISL Online will continue to complement the PDQ product suite enabling faster innovation in remote desktop and endpoint management. The PDQ product suite includes:
- PDQ Connect: Automated patching and vulnerability management for remote and local Windows devices.
- PDQ Deploy & Inventory: A powerful duo for managing on-premises and VPN-connected Windows environments. Quickly deploy software, run custom scripts, and track detailed device data without interrupting end users.
- PDQ Detect: A comprehensive attack surface management solution for identifying risks, monitoring attack surfaces, and helping IT teams respond faster. Spot high-priority vulnerabilities more quickly, reducing time to resolution.
- SimpleMDM: A modern Apple mobile device management solution that helps IT teams deploy, configure, and secure macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS devices with ease. Support zero-touch enrollment, app management, and compliance settings for streamlined Apple fleet management.
- SmartDeploy: A flexible Windows imaging tool that streamlines device provisioning with hardware-independent images, saving time on device refreshes and deployments.
Please note that PDQ products are NOT included in your ISL Online license.
By joining PDQ, we can deliver an even more comprehensive and efficient service. Working as one team enables us to:
- Accelerate development cycles for ISL Online
- Offer deeper native integration between remote support and endpoint management
- Deliver a broader, more powerful feature set built for hybrid and remote IT environments
What Stays the Same for ISL Online Customers
As a customer, you can continue using the ISL Online products and experience the support you trust while PDQ invests in enhancing the overall experience.
You can:
- Continue using ISL Online as a standalone product without making any changes.
- Continue enjoying the same product experience.
- Continue to receive the same level of trusted support.
- Continue to know that your data remains protected with the same security and privacy assurances.
Our data is still protected under European legislation and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standards.
Your experience, your data, your security, and your trust remain our top priorities. We’re here to support you, just as we always have.
A Global Reach, Shared Values
PDQ and ISL Online represent a shared mission: to support IT professionals worldwide with products that are simple, secure, and fast, especially in environments where speed and security are essential.
ISL Online continues to hold a strong presence in EMEA and Japan, while growing its reach in the U.S., where PDQ is already a trusted name in IT.
This acquisition brings together two legacy brands, each founded by IT professionals, for IT professionals, who share core values of innovation, customer focus, and integrity. Together, we’re doubling down on world-class support and a commitment to security and reliability.
Have Questions?
We’re here to help. If you have questions about what this means for you or your team, our support channels remain open and ready.
Start a live chat at www.islonline.com or write an email to support@islonline.com.
Join Us on a Live Webcast
To learn more about how PDQ and ISL Online are bringing remote access into the future, join PDQ live webcast on Thursday, September 11 at 4 p.m. UTC. We’ll walk through the new capabilities, show what’s coming next, and answer your questions.
You can view the webcast at https://www.youtube.com/live/g6InzDYU0ME.
About PDQ
PDQ builds IT management tools that are simple, secure, and pretty damn quick. Trusted by sysadmins worldwide, our suite of products streamlines patching, software deployment, and device management for Windows and Apple environments. Founded in 2001 and based in South Salt Lake, Utah, PDQ was built by sysadmins, for sysadmins.
Find out more about PDQ at www.pdq.com.