Vanilla OS is an immutable Linux operating system built on Debian, designed for users who want a stable, secure, and clutter-free desktop. By making the core system read-only and applying changes atomically, Vanilla OS protects against unintended modifications and makes it easy to roll back if something goes wrong.

Key Features

• Immutable core — The root filesystem is read-only by default, powered by ABRoot for atomic updates and safe rollbacks
• Clean GNOME experience — Ships with a near-stock GNOME desktop, free of unnecessary customizations
• Flexible package management — Apx allows installing packages from multiple sources (Debian, Ubuntu, AUR, and more) in managed containers, keeping the base system pristine
• Debian foundation — Built on Debian for long-term stability; early releases were Ubuntu-based

Who Is Vanilla OS For?

Vanilla OS suits users who want a reliable daily-driver Linux desktop without worrying about a bad update breaking their system. It is a good fit for developers and power users who appreciate immutability and container-based workflows, as well as newcomers who want a stable, low-maintenance GNOME environment.

Get Vanilla OS

Visit the official Vanilla OS website to download the latest release, read the documentation, and explore installation guides.

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Status	Active
Home Page	https://vanillaos.org/
Page popularity	76(5 hits per month)
Base distributions	Debian Ubuntu
Desktop Environments	GNOME Desktop Environment
Releases	Vanilla OS 3 Reunion Vanilla OS 2 Orchid Vanilla OS 22.10