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Liya Linux aims to make Linux accessible to the general public and establish it as the industry standard for home computing.
Download NowBuilt on Arch Linux, Liya inherits its rolling-release model, giving you the latest packages and AUR access without complex setup.
Liya Linux focuses on performance using hardware-optimized builds, ALHP, and intelligent memory compression by default.
Liya Linux ships with a preconfigured Cinnamon desktop, Btrfs snapshots*, and Samba usershares enabled by default, along with a clean app selection featuring Brave, OnlyOffice, and Proton VPN.
With a preconfigured firewall, zero telemetry, minimal background services, and optional LUKS encryption, Liya Linux puts privacy and security first.
Liya Linux leverages mhwd to automate graphics and network driver installation, supporting most modern hardware. Proprietary graphics drivers are used when necessary to deliver the best performance.
Liya Linux comes with Chaotic-AUR preconfigured, giving you instant access to thousands of ready-to-use AUR packages—no waiting, no compiling, just install and go.
Whether you’re customizing your desktop or fine-tuning your system, Liya Linux puts powerful tools in your hands while staying welcoming to everyone.
Liya Linux is built on GNU/Linux, a proven open platform used across servers and devices worldwide. Its code is fully auditable, with most software released under open-source licenses and only minimal proprietary firmware included for hardware support.
Access powerful tools, package managers, and a flexible environment for coding.
Lightweight and efficient for learning, research, and daily tasks.
Full control to customize and experiment without bloat.
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"I wanted a Linux distro that was easy to use but didn’t limit me. Liya Linux strikes that balance perfectly—clean defaults, powerful customization, and great performance without the usual hassle"
"Liya Linux feels incredibly fast out of the box. The hardware-specific optimizations and preconfigured setup saved me hours, and everything just works. It’s one of the smoothest Linux desktops I’ve used."
Yes. Liya Linux has been developed and refined over several years and is suitable for daily use on personal systems.
Yes. Liya Linux is designed to be beginner-friendly with a graphical installer, sensible defaults, and a familiar desktop experience, while still allowing deeper customization for advanced users.
Liya Linux follows a rolling-release model. While updates are generally smooth, built-in Btrfs snapshot support allows easy rollback in case of issues.
No. Most everyday tasks can be handled through graphical tools. The terminal is available for users who want more control, but it’s not required for regular use.
Absolutely. You can change desktop environments, install new software, and customize Liya Linux extensively without reinstalling.
Liya Linux provides a ready-to-use experience with a graphical installer and preconfigured system, while retaining full compatibility with Arch Linux repositories.
Help is available through the project’s documentation, community channels, and Arch Linux resources, thanks to shared compatibility.
No. Liya Linux is distributed as free software without warranty. Please review the Disclaimer and Licenses page for complete information.
January 5, 2026
An intermediate update featuring meaningful improvements, security enhancements, and system refinements.
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Fixes for Pamac segfaults, Cinnamenu issues, and BTOP++ improvements.
Read More →July 20, 2025
Major backend overhaul and removal of x86_64-v1 support.
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Liya Linux is currently maintained by a single independent developer. As an early-stage project, funding is managed simply today, with a commitment to transparent, public audits as the project grows.
Every donation helps keep Liya Linux alive and growing!
Founder & Lead Developer
Passionate Linux enthusiast with a focus on performance, simplicity, and open-source. Creator of Liya Linux.