Effortlessly capable · Beautifully simple

Wonderfully familiar.
Remarkably fast.

KibaOS brings together the clarity of a modern desktop with the freedom of open source. Work, browse, and switch to your essential Windows apps — all with zero friction.

Feels like second nature from day one · Whisper-quiet & light on battery · One keystroke to Windows · Silent updates never in your way · Private by design no ads or tracking
Gubi the friendly KibaOS mascot

Meet Gubi :3

Crafted to keep your day calm and focused. Helpful, friendly, and always quietly keeping your system in harmony.

:3 Online & Ready

“Welcome to KibaOS. Let’s make today effortless :3”

Say hello to Gubi:

Intuitive by design.
Powerfully capable.

Every detail in KibaOS is tuned to make your desktop experience fluid, calm, and distraction-free.

[ 01 ] Interface

Feels like second nature.

Designed from the ground up to eliminate clutter. A floating dock, a unified control center for sound and Wi-Fi, and subtle fluid transitions ensure everything is right where you expect it to be.

[ 02 ] Compatibility

Your favorite Windows apps. Side by side.

Run the full-screen Windows software and games you count on without restarting your PC, partitioning drives, or missing a beat. Glide effortlessly between worlds with Super + K.

[ 03 ] Apps

Get the tools you need in seconds.

Find, install, and update your favorite software with simple, natural actions. No obscure technical flags or confusing licensing hoops — just the apps you rely on, ready to launch.

kiba $ kibapkg install firefox
[ 04 ] First Boot

Try it first. Make it yours in minutes.

Explore KibaOS directly from any standard USB drive with zero risk to your files. When you are ready to make the switch, a clear guided assistant walks you through in moments.

[ 05 ] Maintenance

Always current. Never interrupted.

Continuous improvements and security updates arrive quietly behind the scenes. No disruptive annual upgrades, no restart countdowns, and no lost work.

Every shortcut at your fingertips.

Fluid navigation designed for muscle memory.

Super + K
Switch to your Windows workspace
Super
Open app launcher and global search
Ctrl + Alt + T
Quick command terminal
Super + D
Clear screen and reveal desktop
Alt + Tab
Glide through open windows
Super + /
Snap active window to left or right
Super +
Expand window to full screen
Super + E
Browse files and documents
Ctrl + Alt + L
Lock screen instantly
Print Screen
Capture screen or selection

Ready for the computer you own.

Engineered with precision to deliver responsive, cool, and whisper-quiet performance.

Memory 4 GB RAM minimum · 8 GB recommended for seamless multitasking
Storage 64 GB available disk space (SSD recommended)
Processor Any modern 64-bit Intel or AMD processor
Live Preview Boots directly from any standard USB drive with zero disk modifications
Displays & Video Seamless plug-and-play support for built-in and external screens
License & Freedom 100% Free and open source · No ads, subscriptions, or telemetry

Ready when you are.

Download the live image, flash to any USB drive, and discover a simpler way to compute.

Official Mirror: SourceForge ·

Crafted by Kiba Labs.

Dedicated to personal computing that is fast, calm, and open.

Remi Mixo
Lead Designer & Maintainer
Christopher Fricks
Systems Engineer
Joseph Daniels
Distribution & QA

Common questions. Clear answers.

What is KibaOS?
KibaOS is a modern, distraction-free desktop operating system. It brings together the speed and security of an open platform with the intuitive polish of a consumer desktop, making your daily computing quiet, fast, and effortless.
How does Windows app compatibility work?
KibaOS includes a dedicated, hardware-accelerated Windows workspace built right in. Press Super + K at any time to switch instantly between your native desktop and your essential Windows programs — with zero restarting or dual-booting.
Can I try it without touching my files?
Yes, completely. When you boot KibaOS from a USB drive, it runs entirely in memory without writing to your disk. You can explore the interface, test your Wi-Fi, and try apps with complete peace of mind.
Will it run on my hardware?
If your computer has at least 4 GB of RAM and a 64-bit Intel or AMD processor, KibaOS will run fluidly, stay cool, and conserve battery.
Is KibaOS free and private?
Yes. KibaOS is 100% free and open source under the MIT License. There are no subscriptions, no paywalls, and absolutely no telemetry or advertising.