PacHub is a Sleek GTK4 Frontend for Arch’s Pacman and AUR

PacHub is a modern, open-source application for Arch Linux and Arch-based distributions that brings a clean graphical interface to managing packages. Acting as a frontend for pacman and AUR helpers, it transforms the traditional command-line workflow into a polished desktop experience while also integrating several maintenance tasks that are typically handled manually.

Built as a native GTK4 application, PacHub follows GNOME design principles and allows users to browse, search, install, remove, and update packages without relying on the terminal.

What sets PacHub apart is that it goes beyond a standard GUI package manager. In addition to supporting Arch’s official repositories and AUR packages (via yay or paru), it centralizes essential system maintenance tasks in one interface. These include database synchronization, update checks, mirror ranking, cleaning orphaned packages, clearing cache, and managing repositories through /etc/pacman.conf.

The interface features a sidebar with live statistics such as total installed packages, AUR packages, and pending updates. Users can filter views for installed, AUR, foreign packages, or updates, while also navigating repositories directly. The package view provides detailed information, including file lists, repository labels, and clear status indicators for installed or upgradable packages.

PacHub also includes an integrated terminal, allowing users to see real-time command output and handle password prompts without leaving the app. It supports system light and dark modes, uses a split-view layout, displays notifications after operations, and highlights available updates with a banner.

For AUR integration, PacHub works seamlessly with yay and paru, enabling unified management of both official and community packages in a single place.

In testing, the application performed reliably and delivered a smooth experience. While it is still in early development and may have minor issues, PacHub shows strong potential and is definitely worth trying for Arch users looking for a modern package management interface.

For more details, visit the project’s GitHub page.