A Quick Reference Guide


When our founders created PropertyBoss, they went all in on the brand - naming various tools, systems, and services around the PropertyBoss name. This can sometimes be confusing, so we’ve created this quick fact sheet to help clarify what each “PropertyBoss” refers to and how it’s used.


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PropertyBoss (The Core Software)

What it is: PropertyBoss is our flagship property management software, used by professional management companies (PMCs) to handle day-to-day operations such as tenant records, accounting, maintenance, and more.

Important: PropertyBoss is not a web-based software. Web-based software is a program or application that you access through a web browser (like Chrome, Edge, or Safari) over the internet—without needing to download or install anything on your computer. A download and installation is required to before PropertyBoss can be opened. 


Types of PropertyBoss Environments

  • Hosted (Current Standard) - Your PropertyBoss software is stored, accessed, and automatically backed up on our secure company servers. This is the only option we offer today.
  • Self-Hosted (Retired in 2021) - Previously, clients could install and maintain PropertyBoss on their own servers or computers. If you see “self-hosted” used in older documentation, it’s likely referencing this now-retired option that required us to distinguish between “hosted” and “on-premise/standalone/networked” setups.


PropertyBoss RDP (Remote Desktop Access)

What it is: A tool that allows you to access the PropertyBoss software remotely via your desktop or laptop.


Need to know: You must install a program called the PropertyBoss RDP Client to connect to PropertyBoss.


PropertyHost

Purpose: This website was used to open PropertyBoss through the PropertyHost Client (which establishes the RDP connection). It’s primarily known for it’s green Connect button, but it’s also used to manage user accounts and company messages and to update a user’s profile. 


Important: The PropertyHost website was sunset in May 2026. Everyone must use PB Online to open PropertyBoss now. 


Suggestion: Uninstall PropertyHost Client 2.10 from your workstation to ensure a smooth login experience when using PB Online. Delete any shortcuts or bookmarks for the PropertyHost website. The website is no longer active and is not needed for PropertyBoss access. 


Website: https://propertyhost.propertyboss.net/PropertyHost 


PropertyBoss Online (PB Online)

Purpose: A web-based platform that provides access to basic PropertyBoss functionality. User and message management are handled through PB Online for users with admin access to these features. Also, PropertyBoss is opened from here.


Need to know: You must install a program called the PropertyBoss RDP Client to connect to PropertyBoss.


Suggestion: Use the PWA for quick access to PB Online on your workstation and mobile device. 


Website: https://online.propertyboss.net 


Common Abbreviations for PropertyBoss Software

You may see these shortened versions in communication or documentation:

  • PB
  • PBS
  • PBoss



If you’re ever unsure which “PropertyBoss” is being referenced, feel free to reach out - we’re happy to clarify!