Linux · Internet & Browsers
Wireshark
Network protocol analyzer (without capture support)
by The Wireshark developer community
Official site: flathub.org
About Wireshark
**NOTE: This version of Wireshark does not support capturing data.**
Wireshark allows you to examine protocol data stored in files.
It supports dozens of protocol
capture file formats and understands thousands of protocols.
It has many powerful features including a rich display filter language
and the ability to reassemble multiple protocol packets in order to,
for example, view a complete TCP stream, save the contents of a file
which was transferred over HTTP or CIFS, or play back an RTP audio
stream.
How to install Wireshark
- 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.wireshark.Wireshark
- Open Wireshark once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Wireshark free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Wireshark is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Wireshark from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.wireshark.Wireshark. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Wireshark safe?
Wireshark downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
