elementary OS

Spec sheet

Product

elementary OS is an open-source operating system built on GNU/Linux.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Security

The maker recommends verifying downloaded OS images against published SHA-256 checksums.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Privacy

The maker says elementary OS collects no data from the operating system and keeps personal data on-device unless the user shares it with a third-party app or service.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Support

Support is community-powered, with discussion links by app and component plus installation and getting-started guides.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

App store

AppCenter offers free and paid apps through a pay-what-you-can store, and says its apps are reviewed and curated for native, privacy-respecting, secure experiences.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Apps

It includes apps for music, web browsing, email, photos, videos, calendar, files, terminal, code, and camera.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Hardware

Downloads are offered for ARM 64-bit and Intel or AMD 64-bit processors.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Limit

The maker says it does not recommend virtual machines because they do not perform as well as a full install and may encounter issues.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Online accounts

System Settings can connect online email and calendar accounts so locally installed apps can use their data stored on the device.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Permissions

Apps must request access to data or devices, and users can revoke permissions in System Settings.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Productivity

The desktop includes workspaces, Picture-in-Picture, Do Not Disturb, and keyboard shortcuts.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

Purchase support

For purchase, download, or refund help, users can contact the team using the details in their email receipt.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

System requirements

Recommended specifications include a recent Intel Core i3 or comparable processor, 4 GB RAM, and an SSD with at least 32 GB free space.Read 11 Oct 2026 · elementary.io

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