Atomic Updates That Always Work
Say goodbye to broken updates forever. Every upgrade is atomic and tested before it touches your system.
Shanios – The Immutable OS That Never Breaks
Finally, an immutable operating system you can trust completely. Updates that always work. Recovery in seconds, not hours. Built for people who demand reliability without compromise.
Why Shanios Changes Everything
Stop worrying about broken updates, corrupted systems, or lost work. Shanios delivers bulletproof reliability through revolutionary immutable architecture that makes system failures a thing of the past. Perfect for anyone who values their time and peace of mind.
Immutable Reliability
Instant Recovery
Something went wrong? Fix it in 30 seconds with a simple reboot. No reinstalling, no data loss.
Immutable Core Security
Core system files can't be modified, even by malware. Enhanced security by immutable design.
Effortless Daily Computing
Install Once, Forget Forever
Clean, guided installation that sets everything up perfectly. No complex configuration needed.
Polished & Fast
Choose between clean GNOME or feature-rich KDE Plasma. Both optimized for speed and beauty.
Smart Software Management
Apps That Can't Break Your System
Install any software safely. Apps run in protected containers, keeping your immutable system pristine.
Containers Made Simple
Visual tools make container management easy. Run different Linux environments without complexity.
Enterprise & Professional Ready
OEM & Business Ready
GNOME edition comes OEM-ready for professional deployment, system integration, and business environments.
Always Responsive
Intelligent resource management keeps your system snappy, even under heavy workloads.
Gaming & Graphics Ready
NVIDIA drivers work perfectly out of the box. No driver hunting or compatibility issues.
Power User Tools
Terminal That Doesn't Suck
Enhanced command line with smart suggestions, beautiful themes, and productivity shortcuts.
Getting Started
Installing Shanios is straightforward and takes about 20 minutes. Here's everything you need to know.
What You'll Need
- Storage: At least 64 GB free space (for the dual-system immutable design)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM minimum
- Computer: Any 64-bit PC or laptop
- USB Drive: 8 GB or larger for installation media
- Graphics: Pretty much any graphics card from the last decade
These requirements ensure smooth operation and enough space for the safety features that make Shanios immutable and reliable.
Live System Access
If you need to log into the live installer environment:
- Username:
shani - Password:
shani
Installation Steps
- Prepare your computer: Turn off Fast Boot and Secure Boot in your computer's settings (BIOS/UEFI)
- Set compatibility mode: Switch SATA to AHCI mode, enable UEFI-only if available
- Create install media: Use Balena Etcher, Rufus, or dd to write the ISO to USB (avoid Ventoy - it won't boot properly)
- Boot and install: Start from USB and follow the guided installer
The installer runs in a clean, modern environment that works on virtually any hardware. After installation, you'll boot into your chosen desktop environment, ready to use.
Keeping Your System Fresh
System updates use the shani-deploy command, which safely updates your immutable system
in the background using atomic operations. If anything goes wrong, you can instantly roll back.
Apps install through Flatpak, keeping them separate from your immutable system core for maximum safety and convenience.
Things to Know
- Dual booting: Not recommended - other operating systems might overwrite the bootloader
- Virtual machines: Works, but physical hardware gives you the full immutable experience
- System updates: Always use
shani-deploy- don't runpacmandirectly
Ready to Experience Immutable Computing?
Join thousands who've discovered the peace of mind that comes with an immutable OS that simply works. Download Shanios and say goodbye to system anxiety forever.
GNOME Edition (OEM Ready)
Clean, focused desktop that gets out of your way. Perfect for productivity, business deployment, and professional environments.
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KDE Plasma Edition
Powerful and customizable interface with advanced features. Tailor everything to your preferences.
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Help Keep Shanios Amazing
Your support enables us to keep pushing the boundaries of what an immutable operating system can be. Every contribution helps make computing more reliable for everyone.
Join the Team
Contribute code, report bugs, suggest features, or help with documentation.
Get InvolvedWe're building something special here - an immutable OS that respects your time and never lets you down. Whether you're a developer, tester, designer, or just someone with good ideas, we'd love your help making Shanios even better.
Shrinivas Vishnu Kumbhar
Creator & Lead Developer
The Story Behind Shanios
Every computer user has experienced the frustration of a broken update or corrupted system. Shanios was born from a simple belief: your operating system should be your most reliable tool, not your biggest source of stress.
Created by Shrinivas Vishnu Kumbhar during M.Tech research at Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli, Shanios represents years of experience in building reliable systems. As co-founder of Garuda Linux and a seasoned DevOps engineer, Shrinivas understood that traditional update mechanisms were fundamentally flawed.
The breakthrough came in 2023: what if we could make system updates as safe as turning a light switch? By maintaining two complete system copies and switching between them atomically, Shanios eliminates the possibility of broken updates while keeping the user experience simple and intuitive.
Since our first release in March 2025, Shanios has proven that immutable reliability and ease of use aren't mutually exclusive. We're now growing a community of users who never want to go back to systems that can break.