Canoeboot distributes BIOS and UEFI boot firmware based on coreboot for starting Linux and BSD systems.
Libreboot
Libreboot distributes free BIOS and UEFI firmware based on coreboot and GNU GRUB.
About Libreboot
Libreboot is a coreboot distribution that replaces proprietary BIOS/UEFI firmware on specific Intel/AMD x86 and ARM motherboards, including laptop and desktop computers. It initializes hardware such as the memory controller, CPU and peripherals, then starts a bootloader for the operating system.
It includes GRUB and SeaBIOS payloads on x86/x86_64 and a U-Boot UEFI payload on ARM64, with U-Boot also available on some x86 boards, selectable at boot from a single image. It provides an automated build system and pre-compiled ROM images for supported hardware. Linux and BSD are well-supported.
Key features
- Replaces proprietary BIOS/UEFI on supported Intel/AMD x86 and ARM boards
- Initializes hardware and starts OS bootloader
- Includes GRUB and SeaBIOS payloads on x86/x86_64
- Provides U-Boot UEFI payload on ARM64 and some x86 boards
- Single image with selectable payload at boot time
- Automated build system with pre-compiled ROM images
Best for: People with supported Intel/AMD or ARM computers who want free firmware to boot Linux or BSD.
Good for
- Provides pre-compiled ROM images and automated build system
- Provides regular tested releases with patches for stability
- Supports booting Linux and BSD on supported hardware
Watch out for
- Works only on specific supported Intel/AMD x86 and ARM motherboards
- x86/x86_64 U-Boot UEFI payload available only on some boards
Libreboot at a glance
- Website
- libreboot.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Libreboot FAQ
What hardware does Libreboot work on?
Specific Intel/AMD x86 and ARM based motherboards, including laptop and desktop computers.
Which operating systems can it boot?
Linux and BSD are well-supported.
Which boot payloads are included?
GRUB and SeaBIOS on x86/x86_64, and a U-Boot UEFI payload on ARM64, with U-Boot also on some x86 boards; you choose one at boot time.
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