How To Install Slack on Linux Mint 21

In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Slack on Linux Mint 21. Slack, a popular cloud-based messaging platform, has become an indispensable tool for businesses of all sizes. With its user-friendly interface, robust features, and seamless integration with various applications, Slack streamlines communication and enhances teamwork.

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 installation of the Slack team communication and collaboration platform on Linux Mint 21.

Prerequisites

• A server running one of the following operating systems: Linux Mint 21.
• It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
• While we’ll guide you through the process, a basic understanding of the command line will be beneficial. If you’re new to the CLI, you might want to acquaint yourself with some fundamental commands.
• An active internet connection.
• Administrative privileges are essential for installing and configuring software on your system. Ensure that you have superuser or sudo access.

Install Slack on Linux Mint 21

Step 1. Before diving into the installation process, it’s crucial to update your Linux Mint system. Run the following commands in your terminal:

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade

This ensures your system is up-to-date, paving the way for a smooth installation process.

Step 2. Installing Slack on Linux Mint 21.

• Installing Slack as a Snap

One of the easiest and most convenient ways to install Slack on Linux Mint 21 is through the Snap package manager. Snap packages are self-contained and sandboxed, ensuring a consistent and secure installation experience across different Linux distributions.

sudo apt install snapd

Once snapd is installed, you can install Slack using the following command:

sudo snap install slack --classic

The --classic flag ensures that Slack has the necessary permissions to access system resources and provide a seamless experience.

Once the installation is complete, you can launch Slack from the application menu or by running the following command in the terminal:

snap run slack

• Installing Slack as a Flatpak

If your Linux Mint 21 system supports Flatpak, you can install Slack as a Flatpak package. First, ensure that the Flatpak package manager is installed:

sudo apt install flatpak

Next, add the Flathub repository:

flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo

Finally, install Slack using the following command:

flatpak install flathub com.slack.Slack

Once the installation is complete, you can launch Slack from the application menu or by running the following command in the terminal:

flatpak run com.slack.Slack

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Slack. Thanks for using this tutorial to install the latest version of the Slack team communication and collaboration platform on the Linux Mint system. For additional help or useful information, we recommend you check the official Slack website.