shift-os

Shift OS is a custom Linux distribution built on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, designed for developers, creators, and gamers who want a clean, fast, and beautiful desktop experience without the bloat.

Shift OS ships with pure, unmodified GNOME 46 running on Wayland by default — delivering tear-free rendering, smooth animations, and improved security out of the box. No unnecessary background services, no telemetry, no ads. Just your system, your tools, and your work.

KEY FEATURES
- ~700MB idle RAM usage — leaves more resources for your work
- Pure GNOME 46 (unmodified) on Wayland by default
- Ubuntu 24.04 LTS base — 5 years of security updates
- Calamares graphical installer — up and running in under 10 minutes
- Full live session — try before you install
- Flatpak + Flathub pre-configured out of the box
- Full .deb / APT package compatibility
- Zero telemetry, zero ads, privacy first

SHIFT WELCOME APP
Shift OS includes a custom-built GTK3 onboarding wizard that guides you through