How to Install LibreMailer on POP! OS

LibreMailer is an open-source email client developed by AVERNA Syd. It is designed to be a lightweight and secure alternative to traditional email clients that compromise user privacy. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing LibreMailer on POP! OS.

Prerequisites

Before we proceed with the installation, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

Installation Steps

Follow the steps below to download and install LibreMailer on your POP! OS:

  1. Open the Terminal by pressing CTRL + ALT + T on the keyboard.

  2. Install the required dependencies by running the following command:

    sudo apt-get install git nodejs npm
    
  3. Clone the latest version of LibreMailer from its official GitHub repository by running the below command:

    git clone https://github.com/averna-syd/LibreMailer.git
    
  4. Navigate to the cloned directory by running:

    cd LibreMailer
    
  5. Once you are inside the LibreMailer directory, run the following command to install the required NodeJS modules:

    npm install
    
  6. After that, build the application by running:

    npm run build
    
  7. Finally, start LibreMailer by running:

    npm start
    

That's it! LibreMailer is now installed and ready to use. You can open the application from the GNOME applications menu or by running npm start command from the Terminal.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install LibreMailer on POP! OS. By following the above steps, you can enjoy a secure and lightweight email client, which respects your privacy. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.

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