Archey4

github.com/HorlogeSkynet/archey4 Linux Apps Open-source projectOpen source

Archey4 displays system information on Linux as a maintained fork of the original Archey tool.

github.com/HorlogeSkynet/archey4
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About Archey4

Archey4 is a command-line tool written in Python that displays system information. It is a maintained fork of the original Archey project by djmelik. The directory lists it for Linux, and the repository README also lists BSD and derivatives, macOS (Darwin), and WSL as supported platforms. It is open source.

The tool is designed to run quickly and stay light. It requires Python 3.6 or later along with the python3-distro and python3-netifaces packages. Several entries depend on optional packages. For example, temperature readings are more accurate with lm-sensors, GPU detection needs pciutils, and some entries need root privileges. On macOS, temperature is not detected without iStats or osx-cpu-temp. Screen capture is described as "best effort."

Key features

  • Displays local and public IP addresses with extensive detection
  • Detects general system temperature
  • Produces JSON output
  • Keeps entries in a consistent order despite parallel data gathering
  • Supports custom entries
  • Offers a best-effort screen capture option
Best for: Linux users who want a small, lightweight Python command-line tool that prints system details.
Good for
  • Designed to run quickly and stay light
  • Open source, with the repository hosted on GitHub
  • Available through several package sources, including PyPI, the AUR, Homebrew, and FreeBSD ports
Watch out for
  • Several entries need optional packages or root privileges to work fully
  • Temperature on macOS is not detected without an additional tool
  • Screen capture is described as best effort

Archey4 at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Archey4 FAQ

How can I install Archey4 with pip?
Run pip3 install archey4. The repository also lists installation options for the AUR, Homebrew, FreeBSD ports, and packages from the latest release.
What packages does Archey4 require?
It requires python3 (version 3.6 or later), python3-distro (python-distro on Arch Linux), and python3-netifaces (python-netifaces on Arch Linux). PyPy is also supported.
Where is the configuration file?
A system-wide file can be installed at /etc/archey4/config.json and requires root privileges. A user-specific file can be placed at ~/.config/archey4/config.json.
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