Linux · Utilities
Gobby
Edit text files collaboratively
by Armin Burgmeier
Official site: flathub.org
About Gobby
Gobby is a free collaborative editor supporting multiple documents in one session and a multi-user chat. It runs on Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and other Unix-like platforms.
It uses GTK+ as its windowing toolkit and thus integrates nicely into the GNOME desktop environment.
How to install Gobby
- 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 de._0x539.gobby
- Open Gobby once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gobby free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Gobby is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Gobby from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub de._0x539.gobby. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Gobby safe?
Gobby downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
