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The container optimized OS

A minimal OS with automatic updates. Scalable and secure.

Why Fedora CoreOS?

  • Container-based

    The optimal container host will be offered in order to run containerized applications.


  • Secure

    Our goal is to provide the best container host to run workloads securely and at scale.


  • Open-source Ecosystem

    Everything is supported by a totally free and open-source Fedora ecosystem.


  • Open to everyone

    CoreOS is currently available on multiple platforms, with more coming soon.


  • Minimal

    The Fedora CoreOS image is kept minimal by design.


  • Flexible

    There are a wide variety of supported installation methods.


Platforms Tested against CoreOS

Built By You

The Fedora Project envisions a world where everyone benefits from free and open source software built by inclusive, welcoming, and open-minded communities.

Fedora CoreOS is created by a team in the Fedora community called the CoreOS Working Group. It is comprised of official members who have decision making powers, as well as other contributors. Learn more on the CoreOS Working Group website.

  • Report & discuss issues

    You can view, file, and discuss Fedora CoreOS issues on the Fedora CoreOS issue tracker.


  • Chat with the team

    Visit #fedora-coreos on irc.libera.chat.


  • Join the mailing list

    Sign up at coreos-status@lists.fedoraproject.org to receive meeting agendas and minutes.


  • Attend a meeting

    Open to all current and potential contributors every Wednesday at 16:30 UTC in $location (see fedocal→coreos for updates).


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