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VSCodium is a popular open-source code editor that provides the same powerful features as Microsoft’s Visual Studio Code (VS Code), but without the telemetry and proprietary branding. For developers who prioritize privacy and prefer open-source software, VSCodium is an excellent choice. In this guide, you will learn how to install VSCodium on FunOS, whether by using the official repository (recommended) or by downloading the .deb package directly from the project’s GitHub page. Both methods are simple, and after completing them, you’ll have a fully functional and privacy-friendly code editor ready for development on your FunOS system.

What is VSCodium?

VSCodium is a free and open-source build of Microsoft’s Visual Studio Code editor. It is compiled from the same source code as VS Code, but without Microsoft’s proprietary branding, telemetry, and licensing restrictions.

The main differences between VSCodium and Visual Studio Code include:

• No telemetry: VSCodium removes Microsoft’s telemetry features that send usage data.
• Fully open-source: It is built entirely from open-source code available on the VS Code GitHub repository.
• Community-driven: Maintained by an active community focused on privacy and open development.
• Compatible extensions: You can use most of the same extensions available for VS Code through the Open VSX Registry.

VSCodium supports a wide range of programming languages such as Python, C, C++, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Rust, and many others. It also provides advanced features like syntax highlighting, code completion, debugging, Git integration, and terminal access — all within a lightweight, customizable interface.

How to Install VSCodium on FunOS

There are two ways to install VSCodium on FunOS:

• Method 1: Installing from the official VSCodium repositories (recommended)
• Method 2: Installing using the .deb package from VSCodium’s GitHub releases

Let’s go through both methods in detail.

Method 1: Installing from the VSCodium Repositories (Recommended)

Work on: 22.04.5 ✅ | 24.04.3 ✅ | 25.04 ✅ | 25.10 ✅ | 26.04 ✅

This method allows you to install VSCodium directly from its repository. Once added, your system will automatically receive updates for VSCodium along with other system updates.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can open a Terminal in one 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

Run the following command to ensure your system’s package list is up to date:

sudo apt update

Step 3: Install the Necessary Dependencies

Install the apt-transport-https package to allow APT to access repositories over HTTPS:

sudo apt install apt-transport-https

Step 4: Add the GPG Key

Import the official GPG key to verify the authenticity of VSCodium packages:

wget -qO - https://gitlab.com/paulcarroty/vscodium-deb-rpm-repo/raw/master/pub.gpg \
    | gpg --dearmor \
    | sudo dd of=/usr/share/keyrings/vscodium-archive-keyring.gpg

Step 5: Add the Repository

The repository format depends on your FunOS version:

• For FunOS 22.04.5:

echo 'deb [arch=amd64,arm64 signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/vscodium-archive-keyring.gpg] https://download.vscodium.com/debs vscodium main' \
    | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/vscodium.list

• For FunOS 24.04.3, 25.04, 25.10, and 26.04:

echo -e 'Types: deb\nURIs: https://download.vscodium.com/debs\nSuites: vscodium\nComponents: main\nArchitectures: amd64 arm64\nSigned-by: /usr/share/keyrings/vscodium-archive-keyring.gpg' \
| sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/vscodium.sources

Step 6: Update the Package List Again

After adding the repository, refresh the package list:

sudo apt update

Step 7: Install VSCodium

Now install VSCodium using the following command:

sudo apt install codium

Step 8: Reload the Menu

After installation, you need to reload the menu so that VSCodium appears in the list of installed applications:

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

Method 2: Using the .deb Package from VSCodium Official GitHub

Work on: 22.04.5 ✅ | 24.04.3 ✅ | 25.04 ✅ | 25.10 ✅ | 26.04 ✅

If you prefer not to add an external repository, you can manually download and install the .deb package. This method is also useful for offline installation.

Step 1: Download the VSCodium .deb File

1. Visit the VSCodium Releases Page on GitHub.
2. Scroll to the Assets section of the latest release.
3. Download the file ending in amd64.deb.
4. Save the downloaded file in your Downloads directory.

Step 2: Open a Terminal

Open a Terminal using one of the following methods:

• 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 3: Navigate to the Downloads Directory

Move into the directory where the .deb file is located:

cd ~/Downloads

Step 4: Update the Package List

Run the following command to refresh the package list:

sudo apt update

Step 5: Install VSCodium

Use the following command to install VSCodium:

sudo apt install ./codium_*.deb

Step 6: Remove the Downloaded .deb File

Once installation is complete, you can remove the .deb file to free up space:

rm -f codium_*.deb

Step 7: Reload the Menu

Reload the menu so that VSCodium appears among the installed applications:

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

Launching VSCodium

Once installed, you can launch VSCodium by:

• Clicking the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Navigating to the Development section.
• Clicking VSCodium.

Alternatively, you can open it via Terminal by typing:

codium &

How to Uninstall VSCodium on FunOS

If you no longer need VSCodium or want to perform a clean reinstall, you can easily remove it from your FunOS system. The uninstallation process depends on how VSCodium was installed—whether through the official repository or by using the .deb package from GitHub. Below are the detailed steps for both methods.

Uninstall VSCodium Installed from the VSCodium Repositories

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can open a Terminal in one 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: Remove VSCodium

Run the following command to remove VSCodium and its configuration files:

sudo apt remove --purge codium

Step 3: Remove Any Unused Dependencies

After removing the application, it’s a good idea to clean up unused packages:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

Step 4: Remove the Repository and Key (Optional)

If you no longer plan to reinstall VSCodium, you can also remove its repository and GPG key.

• For FunOS 22.04.5:

sudo rm -f /etc/apt/sources.list.d/vscodium.list
sudo rm -f /usr/share/keyrings/vscodium-archive-keyring.gpg

• For FunOS 24.04.3, 25.04, 25.10, and 26.04:

sudo rm -f /etc/apt/sources.list.d/vscodium.sources
sudo rm -f /usr/share/keyrings/vscodium-archive-keyring.gpg

Step 5: Update the Package List

After removing the repository, update your package list to reflect the changes:

sudo apt update

Step 6: Remove User Data (Optional)

If you want to completely remove all personal VSCodium settings and extensions, delete its configuration directories:

rm -rf $HOME/.vscode-oss
rm -rf $HOME/.config/VSCodium

Step 7: Reload the Menu

Finally, reload the menu to remove VSCodium from the application list:

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

Uninstall VSCodium Installed from the VSCodium .deb File

If you installed VSCodium manually using the .deb package, the uninstallation process is even simpler.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can open a Terminal in one 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: Remove VSCodium

Remove VSCodium and its configuration files using:

sudo apt remove --purge codium

Step 3: Remove Any Unused Dependencies

After removing the application, it’s a good idea to clean up unused packages:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

Step 4: Remove User Data (Optional)

To delete all user-specific data and settings for a clean removal, run:

rm -rf $HOME/.vscode-oss
rm -rf $HOME/.config/VSCodium

Step 5: Reload the Menu

Reload the menu to update the list of installed applications:

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

Conclusion

VSCodium is an excellent open-source alternative to Visual Studio Code, offering the same powerful development experience without telemetry or proprietary restrictions. Installing it on FunOS is straightforward—either by adding the official repository (which ensures automatic updates) or by manually installing the .deb package from GitHub.

If you ever need to uninstall VSCodium, FunOS makes the process equally simple. With just a few terminal commands, you can remove the application, clean up unused packages, and optionally delete user data for a completely fresh system state.

By following this guide, you can confidently manage VSCodium on your FunOS system—whether installing it for development or removing it when it’s no longer needed.