Vibe Transcribe for Linux
The common release format is an AppImage. Download it from GitHub releases, mark it executable, and run it. No root install is required for basic usage.
chmod +x Vibe*.AppImage
./Vibe*.AppImageGPU acceleration
On supported setups, Vulkan drivers can unlock faster transcription. If you run into stability issues, switch to a safer performance mode in settings and retry after driver updates.
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How do I install Vibe Transcribe on Linux?
Download the AppImage from GitHub releases, run 'chmod +x Vibe*.AppImage', then './Vibe*.AppImage'. No installation required — AppImage runs as a portable executable.
Does Vibe Transcribe work on Ubuntu?
Yes. Vibe has been tested on Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian, Fedora, Arch Linux, and Linux Mint. The AppImage format ensures broad compatibility across distributions.
Can I run Vibe Transcribe on a Linux server without a GUI?
The desktop app requires a GUI, but Vibe also provides a CLI version and HTTP API server mode that can run headlessly. Use 'vibe --help' for CLI options.
Does GPU acceleration work on Linux with Vibe?
Yes. Vibe uses Vulkan for GPU acceleration on Linux, which supports Nvidia, AMD, and Intel GPUs. Ensure Vulkan drivers are installed: nvidia-vulkan-icd or mesa-vulkan-drivers depending on your GPU.