Linux · Internet & Browsers
Electrum
Bitcoin Wallet
by The Electrum developers
Official site: flathub.org
About Electrum
Electrum is a lightweight Bitcoin wallet focused on speed, with low resource usage and simplifying Bitcoin.
Startup times are instant because it operates in conjunction with high-performance servers that handle the most complicated parts of the Bitcoin system.
How to install Electrum
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.electrum.electrum
- Open Electrum once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Electrum free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Electrum is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Electrum from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.electrum.electrum. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Electrum safe?
Electrum downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
