Built for Wayland
A modern shell for compositors - fast, focused, and ready for your workflow.
A family of native Wayland projects
that feel like one desktop
A desktop shell, a compositor, and a login screen sharing one look, one palette, and one philosophy - each tunable to match your setup.
Why Noctalia
What the shell gives you: a beautiful, distraction-free desktop experience.
Quiet by Design
Clean, uncluttered interface that gets out of your way.
Easily Customizable
Tailor every aspect to match your personal style.
7+
Compositors Supported
Works across leading Wayland compositors, with broader support through standard protocols.
290+
Plugins Available
Extend your setup with a growing ecosystem of official and community plugins.
141+
Releases
Regular releases and steady improvements since July 2025.
Star History
Watch the community grow over time