AppImage

Portable Linux application format that runs from a single file with no install.

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About AppImage

AppImage packages an application and its dependencies into one executable file that runs on most distributions without root, a package manager or an install step. Downloading it, marking it executable and running it is the whole procedure, and deleting the file removes the application.

Strengths

  • One file, no installation and no root required
  • Works across distributions without repackaging

Limitations

  • No sandboxing by default and no automatic updates unless the app adds them
  • Desktop menu entries need a helper such as AppImageLauncher

Details

Pricing
FreeThe open-source project is available without a license fee.
License
MIT
Developer
The AppImage project
Platforms
Linux
How it runs
Downloadable app
Best suited for
Portable Linux application format that runs from a single file with no install
Last verified
Added
Provenance
Selected from the TechWalrus Resource Hub (System Utilities); facts checked against the developer's own pages, 3 sources on file.

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