Welcome to Helwan Linux

Helwan Linux is a modern Arch-based Linux distro crafted for developers, power users, gamers, and open source lovers. It ships with essential tools and unique utilities built in-house to enhance productivity, security, and development experience.

🚀 Key Features

• Arch Linux core with fast installation via Calamares
• Preconfigured development tools and editors
• Essential drivers and multimedia codecs
• Privacy-respecting and community-driven
• Dozens of custom-built Helwan apps (hel-* series)
• Ready for gamers: Steam, Lutris, MangoHud, Gamemode

📦 Main Package Categories

• Development: VS Code, QtCreator, Rust, Go, Node.js
• Desktop: Cinnamon, LightDM, Gedit, LibreOffice
• Games: Steam, OpenRA, Lutris
• Multimedia: VLC, Audacious, Gimp, Cheese
• Helwan Tools: hel-terminal, hel-builder, hel-text-editor, hel-tutorial

🤝 Join the Project

Whether you're a developer, designer, translator, or just a passionate user — you're welcome to contribute and grow with us!

GitHub: helwan-linux

Forum: Helwan Linux Community

💖 Support the Project

We rely on your support to keep Helwan Linux independent and evolving. Consider a donation:

PayPal: helwanlinux@gmail.com

📬 Contact

Email: helwanlinux@gmail.com

Website: helwan-linux.mystrikingly.com