How To Install Snap on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Snap on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. For those of you who didn’t know, Snap is a package management system that aims to simplify the process of installing, updating, and managing software on Linux systems. It works by bundling applications and their dependencies into a single, self-contained package called a “snap.” These snaps are designed to work across multiple Linux distributions, eliminating the need for users to worry about compatibility issues or missing dependencies.

One of the key features of Snap is its ability to automatically update packages in the background, ensuring that users always have access to the latest versions of their installed software. This not only saves time and effort but also enhances security by promptly addressing any vulnerabilities or bugs that may be present in older versions.

Another significant advantage of Snap is its focus on security. Snaps are executed within a confined environment, which restricts their access to system resources and limits potential damage in case of a security breach. This containerization approach adds an extra layer of protection, making it more difficult for malicious software to compromise the entire system.

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 Snap package manager on Ubuntu 22.04 (Jammy Jellyfish). You can follow the same instructions for Ubuntu 22.04 and any other Debian-based distribution like Linux Mint.

Prerequisites

• A server running one of the following operating systems: Ubuntu 22.04, 20.04, and any other Debian-based distribution like Linux Mint.
• It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
• SSH access to the server (or just open Terminal if you’re on a desktop).
• A non-root sudo user or access to the root user. We recommend acting as a non-root sudo user, however, as you can harm your system if you’re not careful when acting as the root.

Install Snap on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Jammy Jellyfish

Step 1. First, update the package index to ensure you have access to the latest package information. Run the following command:

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade

Step 2. Installing Snap on Ubuntu 22.04.

In case you’re using Ubuntu 22.04 (Jammy Jellyfish) you don’t need to do anything. Snap is already installed and ready to go. If you do not have Snap preinstalled, install it via the terminal:

sudo apt install snapd

Verify the installation:

snap version

After the installation is complete, it’s recommended to restart your system or log out and log back in. This ensures that the Snap paths are updated and the system recognizes the newly installed package manager.

Step 3. Using Snap on Ubuntu.

You can install any package available in the Snap repository with the following command below:

snap install [package-name]

For example, install the Atom text editor on Ubuntu 22.04 using Snap Package Management Software. run the following command below:

sudo snap install atom --classic

To see a list of all Snap installed on your system, enter the following:

snap list

Output:

Name               Version                     Rev    Tracking         Publisher         Notes
bare               1.0                         5      latest/stable    canonical✓        base
core18             20220309                    2344   latest/stable    canonical✓        base
core20             20220318                    1405   latest/stable    canonical✓        base
firefox            99.0.1-1                    1232   latest/stable/…  mozilla✓          -
gnome-3-28-1804    3.28.0-19-g98f9e67.98f9e67  161    latest/stable    canonical✓        -
gnome-3-38-2004    0+git.1f9014a               99     latest/stable/…  canonical✓        -
gtk-common-themes  0.1-79-ga83e90c             1534   latest/stable/…  canonical✓        -
snap-store         41.3-59-gf884f48            575    latest/stable/…  canonical✓        -
snapd              2.55.3                      15534  latest/stable    canonical✓

To remove an installed snap, use the following command:

sudo snap remove [package-name]

The help command allows seeing command options to use with Snap:

snap --help

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Snap. Thanks for using this tutorial for installing the Snap package manager on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Jammy Jellyfish system. For additional help or useful information, we recommend you check the official Snap website.