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Linutop Kiosk

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LinuxSelf-hosted
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Spec score 7.5 #15 of 20 in Kiosk Browsers

What it is

Linutop Kiosk is Linux self-hosted software that turns a PC or Raspberry Pi into a secure internet kiosk or digital signage player. It displays photos, PDFs, videos, music, and web pages through configurable playlists sourced from a local folder, Linutop TV server, or USB key. Web kiosk settings include a starting page, website allowlist or blacklist, display options, and password locking. Lock mode restores the initial state at each restart. The software can run as a web kiosk, a signage player, or switch to signage when the kiosk is unused. Browser-based remote control works from a smartphone, tablet, or PC, and Linutop Kiosk is compatible with Linutop.tv for multi-screen management. Pro installation supports one PC or Raspberry Pi, with Ubuntu-based PC and Raspbian-based Raspberry Pi compatibility described. It includes Firefox or Chromium, LibreOffice 6, VLC 3, a PDF viewer, an on-screen keyboard, VNC, and remote management. Linutop also offers a free Linutop OS version. The Pro installation costs €79, paid once, excluding VAT.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Linutop Kiosk is digital signage software and can turn a PC or Raspberry Pi into a secure internet access kiosk.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Intended users
The maker lists shops, advertising, point-of-sale displays, vending machines, museums, public transport, and city halls as signage use cases.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Support
The maker provides technical documentation, a wiki for advanced users, and a contact form for support.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Headquarters
Paris, FranceRead 28 Sep 2026 · linutop.com
Founded
2006Read 28 Sep 2026 · linutop.com
Company
Linutop says it was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Paris, France.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Free download
Linutop offers a free Linutop OS version for PC or Raspberry Pi, and the support FAQ lists digital signage or kiosk and autostarted application as available in Free.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Included software
The Pro installation listing includes Firefox or Chromium, LibreOffice 6, VLC 3, a PDF viewer, an on-screen keyboard, a VNC client, and remote management.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Integration
Linutop Kiosk is compatible with Linutop.tv for multi-screen management.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Kiosk controls
Web kiosk settings include a starting page, website whitelist or blacklist, display options, and password locking.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Lock mode
The maker says lock mode restores the initial state at each restart.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Media
It displays photos, PDFs, videos, music, and web pages in a configurable playlist.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Operating modes
It can run as a web kiosk, a digital signage player, or switch to signage when nobody is using the kiosk.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Playlist sources
Playlists can be managed from a local playlist or folder, a Linutop TV server, or a USB key.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Remote control
The remote feature can control screens through a web browser and is accessible from a smartphone, tablet, or PC browser.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com
Supported hardware
The Pro installation listing supports PC and Raspberry Pi, with Ubuntu-based PC and Raspbian-based Raspberry Pi compatibility described.Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com

Plans and prices

Linutop OS Pro installation with Linutop Kiosk €79, paid once 79.00EUR excl. VAT for one installation One installation · PC or Raspberry Pi Read 5 Oct 2026 · linutop.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Runs web kiosk and digital signage modes
  • Supports PC and Raspberry Pi
  • Allows website allowlists or blacklists
  • Remote control works through a web browser
  • Free Linutop OS version is available

Limits

  • Pro installation costs €79, paid once
  • Price excludes VAT
  • Self-hosted deployment requires supported hardware
  • Free and Pro feature details differ

Who it suits

Linutop Kiosk suits shops, museums, public transport, city halls, and other signage or public-access deployments. It is intended for PC or Raspberry Pi installations managed locally or remotely.

Verdict

Linutop Kiosk covers kiosk controls, signage playlists, session reset, and browser-based remote management on PC or Raspberry Pi. The paid Pro installation costs €79, paid once, while a free Linutop OS version is also offered.

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