Update FydeOS for PC and SBC

A comprehensive guide to FydeOS update options and procedures.

Starting from FydeOS v18, our SBC (Single-Board Computer) products will form a new product line called FydeOS for SBC, following the same pricing strategy as FydeOS for PC/SBC.

Automatic Updates

To enable automatic updates, navigate to system settings and ensure this option is enabled:

Automatically keep my FydeOS running the latest version

Types of Updates

Minor Maintenance Updates

Updates within the same major version (e.g., v17.0 → v17.1):

Automatically downloaded and installed
Free of charge
Applied after system restart
Includes bug fixes and security patches

Major Milestone Updates

Version upgrades (e.g., v17.1 → v18.0) include comprehensive changes:

Linux kernel updates
System component upgrades
Chromium browser updates

Update Methods

Fresh Installation (Free)
- Back up your data
- Download latest version
- Perform clean installation
- Restore your data
OTA Update (2.49 GBP)
- Seamless background update
- Preserves all data and settings
- One-time payment per major version

Best Practices

We recommend testing new major releases via USB drive before updating to verify hardware compatibility.

FAQ

Q: Why do major OTA updates have a fee?

The fee covers essential operational costs:

CDN traffic (approximately 2GB per update)
Backend infrastructure
Cloud service maintenance

This model ensures transparency and protects user privacy compared to alternative funding methods.

Q: Can I use FydeOS without paying?

Yes, you can:

Continue using your current version
Disable automatic updates
Manually install new versions (free)

Q: What if the update doesn’t work with my device?

Available options:

Boot previous version via GRUB menu
Continue using stable version
Note: Update fees are non-refundable once initiated

Important Notes

Updates are not device-specific
Hardware compatibility varies by device
Always test before updating
Update fees are non-refundable after initiation