AppImageLauncher integrates AppImage programs with Linux application launchers and supports running and installing them.
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AppManager installs and uninstalls AppImage packages through a GTK and Libadwaita desktop utility.
About AppManager
AppManager is a GTK/Libadwaita desktop utility written in Vala for installing and uninstalling AppImage files on Linux. Double-clicking an .AppImage opens a drag-and-drop window that moves the file, sets up desktop entries, and copies icons.
It supports SquashFS and DwarFS formats, offers portable and extracted install modes, side-by-side installs, background update checks, and command-line install commands. Building from source requires tools including valac, meson, ninja, and runtime helpers unsquashfs and dwarfsextract.
Key features
- Drag-and-drop installer for .AppImage files with desktop entry setup
- Supports SquashFS and DwarFS AppImage formats
- Portable or extracted install modes with per-app override
- Side-by-side installs with numbered names and separate entries
- Background update checks with daily, weekly, or monthly intervals
- Command-line install including side-by-side keep-both option
Best for: Linux users who regularly install and manage AppImage applications.
Good for
- Does not require FUSE to run
- Uses zsync delta updates for efficient bandwidth usage
- Verifies web installs over HTTPS against size and SHA-256
Watch out for
- Building from source requires valac, meson, ninja and listed libraries
- Requires unsquashfs and dwarfsextract runtime tools
- GitHub API use is limited to 60 requests per hour without a token
AppManager at a glance
- Website
- github.com/kem-a/AppManager
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux Apps
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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AppManager FAQ
How do I install an AppImage with AppManager?
Download the AppManager release, enable execute permission, double-click it, then double-click an .AppImage and drag to install.
How do I uninstall an app?
Right-click in the app drawer and choose Move to Trash, uninstall in AppManager, or delete the file from the ~/Applications folder.
How do app updates work?
AppManager offers optional automatic update checks with daily, weekly, or monthly intervals and notifications when updates are found.
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