links is a command-line web browser that allows users to browse the internet and view web pages directly from the terminal. It provides a text-based interface for browsing the web and supports basic web browsing functionality such as following links, displaying images, and filling out forms.
links is particularly useful for users who prefer a minimalist and lightweight approach to web browsing or who are working on a system with limited resources. It can also be useful for accessing the web in environments where a graphical user interface (GUI) is not available, such as in a terminal window or on a server.
If you encounter the below error while running the command links:
links: command not found
you may try installing the below package as per your choice of distribution:
| Distribution | Command |
|---|---|
| Debian | apt-get install links |
| Ubuntu | apt-get install links |
| Alpine | apk add links |
| Arch Linux | pacman -S links |
| Kali Linux | apt-get install links |
| CentOS | yum install links |
| Fedora | dnf install links |
| OS X | brew install links |
| Raspbian | apt-get install links |
links Command Examples
1. Visit a website:
# links https://example.com
2. Apply restrictions for anonymous account:
# links -anonymous https://example.com
3. Enable Cookies (`1` to enable):
# links -enable-cookies 0|1 https://example.com
4. Navigate forwards and backwards through the links on a page:
Up arrow key, Down arrow key
5. Go forwards and backwards one page:
Left arrow key, Right arrow key
6. Exit:
q then y