how to install thunderbird on CentOS 8

Mozilla Thunderbird is a free and open-source email client that provides features like multiple email account management, calendar integration, and add-ons. On CentOS 8, Thunderbird is available through the default repositories and can also be installed using Flatpak for newer versions.

Step 1: Update CentOS Packages

Before installing, update your system to ensure all existing packages are current:

sudo dnf update -y

Step 2: Install Thunderbird via DNF

Install Thunderbird directly from the CentOS repository:

sudo dnf install thunderbird -y

This will download and set up Thunderbird with all required dependencies.

Step 3: Verify Installation

Check if Thunderbird is installed successfully by running:

thunderbird --version

You should see the installed version number displayed.

Step 4: Launch Thunderbird

You can start Thunderbird in two ways:

• From the Applications Menu → search for Thunderbird.

• Or from the terminal:

  thunderbird

Step 5: (Optional) Install Thunderbird via Flatpak

If you prefer the latest version, you can use Flatpak:

sudo dnf install flatpak -y
flatpak install flathub org.mozilla.Thunderbird -y

Then launch it with:

flatpak run org.mozilla.Thunderbird

Thunderbird is now installed on CentOS 8. You can configure your email accounts, customize it with add-ons, and use it as a reliable email client. For more Linux guides and server solutions, visit dropvps.com.