FunOS

If you’re looking for a privacy-focused, performance-oriented web browser that respects user freedom, Floorp is a great option. Built on the Firefox engine, Floorp offers a familiar experience with additional enhancements tailored for modern users. In this guide, we’ll show you how to install and uninstall Floorp on FunOS step by step.

What is Floorp?

Floorp is an open-source web browser developed by Ablaze, based on Firefox ESR (Extended Support Release). It prioritizes user privacy, security, and freedom while introducing a sleek user interface and flexible customization options. Floorp supports Firefox extensions, offers additional layout choices, and disables telemetry by default.

With its unique features and low memory footprint, Floorp is a perfect match for lightweight Linux distributions like FunOS.

How to Install Floorp on FunOS

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can launch the Terminal in any of the following ways:

• Click Menu in the lower-left corner of the screen, then click Terminal
• Click the Terminal icon in the Tray
• Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard

Step 2: Update the Package List

Before installing new software, it’s a good practice to update your package list:

sudo apt update

Step 3: Install the Necessary Dependencies

Install essential packages to ensure smooth repository and package handling:

sudo apt install apt-transport-https curl

Step 4: Add the GPG Key

Add the official GPG key for the Floorp repository:

curl -fsSL https://ppa.floorp.app/KEY.gpg | sudo gpg --dearmor -o /usr/share/keyrings/Floorp.gpg

Step 5: Add the Repository

Now, add the Floorp repository to your system’s source list:

sudo curl -sS --compressed -o /etc/apt/sources.list.d/Floorp.list "https://ppa.floorp.app/Floorp.list"

Step 6: Update the Package List Again

Refresh the package list to include packages from the newly added Floorp repository:

sudo apt update

Step 7: Install Floorp

Now you’re ready to install Floorp:

sudo apt install floorp

Step 8: Reload the Menu

To make Floorp appear in the JWM menu:

1. Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
2. Click Reload menu

Launching Floorp

After installation, you can launch Floorp from the menu:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
• Navigate to the Internet section
• Click Floorp

How to Uninstall Floorp on FunOS

If you decide to remove Floorp, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open a Terminal

Use the Terminal as explained earlier.

Step 2: Remove Floorp

Run the following command to uninstall Floorp:

sudo apt remove --purge floorp

Step 3: Remove Any Unused Dependencies

To clean up packages no longer required:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

Step 4: Remove the Repository and Key (Optional)

To completely remove the Floorp source and GPG key:

sudo rm -f /etc/apt/sources.list.d/Floorp.list
sudo rm -f /usr/share/keyrings/Floorp.gpg

Step 5: Update the Package List

Run an update to refresh your package sources:

sudo apt update

Step 6: Remove User Data (Optional)

To erase Floorp’s cached and configuration data:

rm -rf $HOME/.cache/floorp

Step 7: Reload the Menu

Update the menu to remove Floorp from the list:

1. Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
2. Click Reload menu

Conclusion

Floorp is an excellent browser choice for FunOS users who value privacy and low resource usage. Whether you’re browsing the web casually or managing development tasks, Floorp provides a fast, customizable, and secure experience. If you ever need to uninstall it, the process is just as straightforward.

Happy browsing!