linuxmative

Linux Mative is a lightweight and flexible Ubuntu-based operating system built for users who want full control over their Linux environment — starting from the terminal.

By default, it ships only with the core components required to boot and operate the system. There’s no preinstalled desktop environment, no unnecessary software — just a clean, functional base.

Start from the ground up. Begin in the terminal and build your system your way — choosing the apps, tools, and interface that match your workflow.

Whether you're a developer, a minimalist, or a Linux enthusiast building your own distro, Linux Mative offers a solid and bloat-free foundation tailored for deep customization.

⚙️ Minimal by design
🧩 Fully customizable
🚀 Continuous updates
📦 Powered by Ubuntu repositories
🔐 Secure by default
💡 Developer-friendly tools
💻 Works on low-spec hardware
🧩 No metapackages
🔧 Modular by design

Take full control of your Linux experience — with Linux Mative.

Built to deliver a clean and responsive experience across all devices — from desktops to smartphones.

If you find Linux Mative useful, consider supporting the project ❤ Every contribution helps keep it open and evolving.

Created with passion by Maksym Titenko

Projects

uMini

uMini is a minimalist live ISO image built from scratch using official Ubuntu repositories.
It provides a script that assembles a bootable ISO image compatible with both BIOS and UEFI, with a text-based autologin session and basic network utilities preinstalled.

uStandard

uStandard builds on the uMini base, offering a customizable Ubuntu-based Live ISO with X11, drivers, multimedia codecs, Wi-Fi, auto-login, and the flexibility to install any desktop environment such as GNOME, KDE, XFCE, and more.

uSuite

Coming soon...
Currently in development.

Features

Linux Mative is a fully functional Ubuntu-based LiveCD designed to include only the core components needed to boot and run a Linux system. It provides a clean and minimal foundation for building custom distributions, rescue tools, or development environments.

Unlike standard Ubuntu ISOs that include a full desktop and a set of predefined applications, Linux Mative is minimal by default — letting you decide what to install and how your system should behave.

What makes Linux Mative unique?

🧩 No metapackages: All packages are installed individually without relying on Ubuntu's metapackages like ubuntu-desktop or ubuntu-standard.
⚙️ Lightweight alternatives: Heavy components are replaced with lightweight equivalents to ensure faster performance and reduced memory usage.
🔧 Modular by design: Thanks to the absence of metapackages, the system remains fully modular and easy to customize, extend, or minimize — perfect for advanced users and developers.

With Linux Mative, you can:

💻 Boot into a fast, minimal live environment with networking and essential drivers.
🛠 Remaster the ISO using tools like Cubic, Ubuntu Customization Kit, or Reconstructor.
📦 Build your own lightweight Ubuntu-based distribution with custom software and configurations.
🧪 Use it as a base for testing, system recovery, education, or embedded projects.

🚀 Two Ways to Use Linux Mative

You can choose how to get started — depending on your level of experience and goals:

Option 1: Build it yourself using the official scripts available on GitHub. Ideal if you want full control and understand every step of the process.
Option 2: Use a prebuilt ISO generated with the same scripts. This is the fastest way to get started with a minimal live system ready to customize.

Ready-to-use ISOs and source code are available for:

uMini – minimal terminal-only system with auto-login and networking
uStandard – terminal-only system version with drivers, multimedia codecs, and desktop-ready base
uSuite – (coming soon) advanced toolkit for Linux customization and deployment

Ready to take full control of your system? Download Linux Mative today and build your perfect Linux environment — from the terminal up.

Disclaimer: Linux Mative is an independent, community-driven project and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Canonical Ltd. Ubuntu is a registered trademark of Canonical Ltd. Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.