How To Change TimeZone on Linux Mint 22

In this tutorial, we will show you how to change TimeZone on Linux Mint 22. One essential aspect of maintaining a well-functioning system is setting the correct time zone. Whether you’re a developer collaborating with teams across the globe, a frequent traveler, or simply want to ensure your system displays the accurate local time, knowing how to change the time zone on Linux Mint 22 is crucial.

This article assumes you have at least basic knowledge of Linux, know how to use the shell, and most importantly, you host your site on your own VPS. The installation is quite simple and assumes you are running in the root account, if not you may need to add ‘sudo‘ to the commands to get root privileges. I will show you the step-by-step to change TimeZone on Linux Mint 22.

Prerequisites

• A server running one of the following operating systems: Linux Mint 22.
• It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
• Familiarity with navigating the Linux Mint desktop environment will also be beneficial, especially for those opting for the GUI method.
• An active internet connection.
• Administrative privileges are essential for installing and configuring software on your system. Ensure that you have superuser or sudo access.

Change TimeZone on Linux Mint 22

Step 1. Checking Current Time Zone.

To check your current time zone setting, open the terminal and run the following command:

timedatectl status

This command will display various time-related information, including the current time zone, local time, universal time, and whether the system clock is synchronized.

Step 2. Change TimeZone.

• Method 1: Using timedatectl Command

The timedatectl command is a powerful tool for managing time-related settings on Linux systems, including Linux Mint 22. It provides a straightforward way to view and modify the system’s time zone.

Before setting a new time zone, it’s helpful to know the available options. To list all supported time zones, use the command:

timedatectl list-timezones

This will display an extensive list of time zones. To narrow down the results, you can filter the output using grep. For example, to list time zones related to Europe, run:

timedatectl list-timezones | grep Europe

Once you’ve identified the desired time zone, you can set it using the timedatectl set-timezone command followed by the time zone in the format <Region>/<City>. For example, to set the time zone to New York, run:

sudo timedatectl set-timezone America/New_York

After setting the new time zone, it’s essential to verify that the change has taken effect. Run the timedatectl status command again to check if the time zone has been updated successfully.

Sometimes, you may encounter issues while changing the time zone due to conflicts with the Network Time Protocol (NTP) service. If you face any problems, try disabling the NTP service temporarily by running:

sudo systemctl disable --now chronyd

This command will disable the chronyd service, which is responsible for NTP synchronization. You can re-enable it later if needed.

• Method 2: Using tzselect Command

Another way to change the time zone on Linux Mint 22 is by using the interactive tzselect command. This command guides you through a series of prompts to select the appropriate time zone.

After selecting the desired time zone using tzselect, you need to set it system-wide. Run the following command, replacing <Your/Timezone> with the selected time zone:

sudo ln -sf /usr/share/zoneinfo/<Your/Timezone> /etc/localtime

For example, if you selected America/New_York, the command would be:

sudo ln -sf /usr/share/zoneinfo/America/New_York /etc/localtime

This command creates a symbolic link from the selected time zone file to the system’s localtime file.

To verify that the time zone has been updated correctly, use the date command. It will display the current date and time according to the newly set time zone.

• Method 3: Using GUI

For users who prefer a graphical interface, Linux Mint 22 provides a user-friendly way to change the time zone through the system settings.

Accessing the Time and Date Settings:

1. 1. Click on the Linux Mint menu and navigate to “System Settings.”
   2. In the System Settings window, click on “Time and Date.”

Changing the Time Zone:

1. 1. In the Time and Date settings, click on the “Time Zone” tab.
   2. Use the map or the search bar to locate and select your desired time zone.
   3. Click “Apply” to save the changes.

After changing the time zone through the GUI, you can verify the update by checking the system clock in the taskbar or by running the date command in the terminal.

Congratulations! You have successfully changed TimeZone. Thanks for using this tutorial to change TimeZone on the Linux Mint system. For additional help or useful information, we recommend you check the official Linux Mint website.