Arkyn OS documentation

Arkyn OS is a private, hardened Linux desktop built on Ubuntu 26.04.1 LTS, with the Sov desktop (COSMIC) on top. These docs cover version 2.1.0.

Private beta

The ISO is shared privately with testers for now. Ask for access, then start with Verify the ISO.

Install Arkyn OSRequirements, verifying the ISO, writing the USB stick, installing.

Your first bootUnlock, log in, Arkyn Setup, and what to do first.

Pair your phoneKDE Connect with GrapheneOS: clipboard, files, and what is switched off.

How Arkyn protects youEncryption, network privacy, the firewall and the hardening profile.

UpdatesWhat updates itself, what waits for you, and what never changes.

HelpFAQ, troubleshooting and how to report a bug.