The Linux Distribution Foundation (LDF) is a community-driven organization dedicated to producing transparent, maintainable, and user-respecting desktop Linux distributions. Our work emphasizes upstream alignment, technical clarity, and responsible open-source development.
LDF is committed to:
- Producing reliable desktop Linux distributions
- Maintaining upstream compatibility and vendor neutrality
- Ensuring transparent and open development practices
- Supporting contributors through clear guidelines
- Preserving user autonomy, privacy, and system control
A developer-focused Ubuntu-based Linux distribution that provides:
- Clean Ubuntu compatibility
- A Snap-free environment
- No subscription prompts or vendor lock-in
- Upstream, unmodified desktop environments
Repository:
https://github.com/Linux-Distribution-Foundation/DLD-Linux
We welcome contributions of all kinds, including development, testing, packaging, and documentation.
Before contributing, please review:
CONTRIBUTING.mdCODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
Individual repositories may define additional project-specific requirements.
The Foundation operates through:
- Transparent, public repositories
- Open Discussions
- Community participation
- Maintainer oversight for technical quality, licensing, and release stability
Additional governance documents may be introduced as the foundation grows.
The Linux Distribution Foundation follows strict open-source compliance:
- Each repository defines its own license
- Contributions must use compatible open-source licenses
- Contributors agree to the repository license upon submitting contributions
- No proprietary or closed-source code is accepted
DLD Linux uses GPL-3.0 unless otherwise stated.
- LDF does not claim ownership over upstream project trademarks or branding
- Tux is used with attribution:
"Tux by lewing@isc.tamu.edu"
All LDF software is provided “AS IS”, with:
- No warranties
- No guarantees of fitness or security
- No liability for damages, malfunctions, or data loss
This aligns with common open-source license terms.
Security issues must be reported privately to:
linuxdistributionfoundation@proton.me
Each repository’s SECURITY.md defines additional reporting steps.
Do not publicly disclose vulnerabilities until responsible reporting procedures have been completed.
All community interaction must follow:
CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md- GitHub Community Guidelines
Harassment, discriminatory behavior, or disruptive activity will not be tolerated.
LDF focuses on:
- Desktop Linux distribution development
- Packaging, integration, and documentation
- Creating upstream-aligned systems
LDF does not engage in:
- Commercial support
- Proprietary development
- Hosting external copyrighted content
- Non-desktop Linux initiatives
LDF’s primary and only contact address:
linuxdistributionfoundation@proton.me
Project discussions and collaboration occur through: