Linux · Utilities
Raspberry Pi Imager
Raspberry Pi Imaging utility
by Raspberry Pi Ltd
Official site: flathub.org
About Raspberry Pi Imager
Raspberry Pi Imager downloads a .JSON file from the Raspberry Pi
website with a list of all current download options, ensuring you are
always installing the most up-to-date version.
Once you've selected an operating system from the available options,
the utility reads the relevant file directly from the Raspberry Pi
website and writes it straight to the SD card. This speeds up the
process quite considerably compared to the standard process of reading
it from the website, writing it to a file on your hard drive, and then,
as a separate step, reading it back from the hard drive and writing it
to the SD card.
During this process, Raspberry Pi Imager also caches the downloaded
operating system image – that is to say, it saves a local copy on your
computer, so you can program additional SD cards without having to
download the file again.
How to install Raspberry Pi Imager
- 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.raspberrypi.rpi-imager
- Open Raspberry Pi Imager once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Raspberry Pi Imager free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Raspberry Pi Imager is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Raspberry Pi Imager from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.raspberrypi.rpi-imager. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Raspberry Pi Imager safe?
Raspberry Pi Imager downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
