Download Ferdium

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Windows

Windows 10/11

Download for Windows

.exe installer

macOS

macOS 10.14+

Download for macOS

.dmg installer

Linux

All distributions

Download for Linux

.AppImage, .deb, .rpm

Windows Installation Guide

Step 1: Download the Installer

Visit the official Ferdium releases page and download the latest Windows installer (Ferdium-Setup-x.x.x.exe). For detailed troubleshooting, see our FAQ page.

Step 2: Run the Installer

Double-click the downloaded .exe file. If Windows Defender or your antivirus software shows a warning:

  • Click "More info" or "Run anyway"
  • This is a false positive - Ferdium is safe and open-source
  • You can verify the file by checking its digital signature

Step 3: Follow the Installation Wizard

The installation wizard will guide you through the process:

  1. Accept the license agreement
  2. Choose installation location (default is recommended)
  3. Select additional options if needed
  4. Click "Install" and wait for completion

Step 4: Launch Ferdium

Once installation is complete, Ferdium will launch automatically. You can also find it in your Start menu or create a desktop shortcut.

Note: If you encounter any issues during installation, check our FAQ page for troubleshooting tips or contact support for personalized help.

macOS Installation Guide

Step 1: Download the DMG File

Download the latest macOS installer (Ferdium-x.x.x.dmg) from the official releases page. For common installation issues, visit our FAQ.

Step 2: Open the DMG File

Double-click the downloaded .dmg file to mount it. A Finder window will open showing the Ferdium application.

Step 3: Install Ferdium

Drag the Ferdium icon to your Applications folder. You may see a security warning:

  • If macOS blocks the app, go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy
  • Click "Open Anyway" next to the blocked app message
  • Alternatively, right-click the app and select "Open", then confirm

Step 4: First Launch

Open Ferdium from your Applications folder. On first launch, you may need to allow it in System Preferences if prompted.

Tip: You can keep Ferdium in your Dock for easy access by right-clicking the icon and selecting "Options → Keep in Dock".

Linux Installation Guide

Option 1: AppImage (Universal)

The AppImage format works on all Linux distributions:

  1. Download Ferdium-x.x.x.AppImage from the releases page. For server setup, see our server guide
  2. Make it executable: chmod +x Ferdium-*.AppImage
  3. Run it: ./Ferdium-*.AppImage

Option 2: Debian/Ubuntu (.deb)

For Debian-based distributions:

  1. Download the .deb package
  2. Install using: sudo dpkg -i ferdium_*.deb
  3. Fix dependencies if needed: sudo apt-get install -f

Option 3: Fedora/RHEL (.rpm)

For RPM-based distributions:

  1. Download the .rpm package
  2. Install using: sudo dnf install ferdium-*.rpm or sudo rpm -i ferdium-*.rpm

Option 4: Snap Package

If you have Snap installed:

sudo snap install ferdium

Pro Tip: For automatic updates, consider using your distribution's package manager or set up a cron job to check for new AppImage releases.

Download Information

Version Information

Ferdium is actively developed and regularly updated with new features, bug fixes, and security improvements. We recommend always using the latest stable version for the best experience.

  • Regular updates with new features
  • Security patches and bug fixes
  • Backward compatibility maintained
  • Automatic update notifications

Installation Tips

For the best installation experience, follow these recommendations:

  • Download from official GitHub releases only
  • Close other applications during installation
  • Run installer as administrator (Windows)
  • Check available disk space before installing

Installation Troubleshooting

Windows Installation Issues

Problem: Installation fails or installer won't run

Solutions:

  • Disable antivirus temporarily during installation
  • Run installer as administrator
  • Check Windows version compatibility (Windows 10 or later)
  • Ensure sufficient disk space (at least 500MB free)
  • Download installer again in case of corruption

macOS Installation Issues

Problem: "Ferdium can't be opened because it is from an unidentified developer"

Solutions:

  • Go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy
  • Click "Open Anyway" next to the blocked app message
  • Or right-click the app and select "Open", then confirm
  • For macOS Catalina and later, you may need to allow in Privacy settings

Linux Installation Issues

Problem: AppImage won't run or missing dependencies

Solutions:

  • Make AppImage executable: chmod +x Ferdium-*.AppImage
  • Install FUSE library if needed: sudo apt install fuse
  • Use package manager version (.deb or .rpm) for better integration
  • Check distribution compatibility

System Requirements

Windows

  • Windows 10 or later
  • 64-bit processor
  • 4 GB RAM minimum
  • 200 MB free disk space

macOS

  • macOS 10.14 (Mojave) or later
  • Intel or Apple Silicon
  • 4 GB RAM minimum
  • 200 MB free disk space

Linux

  • Most modern distributions
  • 64-bit processor
  • 4 GB RAM minimum
  • 200 MB free disk space

Performance Considerations

Recommended Specifications

For optimal performance, especially when using multiple services simultaneously:

  • RAM: 8GB or more recommended
  • CPU: Multi-core processor (2+ cores)
  • Storage: SSD recommended for faster loading
  • Network: Stable internet connection

Optimization Tips

Improve performance with these settings:

  • Enable "Unload inactive services"
  • Limit number of active services
  • Disable unnecessary service features
  • Use workspaces to organize services