| Software | Vanilla OS |
| Type | Operating System |
| Tag | OS |
| Platform | Debian Linux |
| Privacy Rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| License Model | Free – Open Source |
| Links | vanillaos.org |
Privacy Pros: Very beginner friendly. Based on Debian which is not as difficult to use and configure as other distros. Core is locked to prevent undesired changes.
Privacy Cons: Core lock prevents users with know-how to make advanced changes.
Vanilla OS, a fixed-release distribution based on Debian (formerly Ubuntu, prior to version 2) with the GNOME desktop, is an immutable operating system. The core parts of the system are locked down to prevent unwanted changes and corruption from third-party applications or a faulty update.