How to Install Postman on Ubuntu 18.04/19.04/20.04/22.04

Postman is a leading API development platform that simplifies every stage of the API lifecycle—from design and debugging to testing and documentation. Originally a Chrome extension, Postman has evolved into a robust native application used by millions of developers worldwide.

While you can still find older versions, the native app offers superior performance and features. In this guide, we’ll show you the quickest and most efficient ways to install Postman on Ubuntu.

Prerequisites

To follow these steps, you should have:

• A computer running Ubuntu (18.04, 20.04, 22.04, or later).
• A user account with sudo privileges.

Method 1: Installing Postman via Snap (Recommended)

The easiest way to install and maintain Postman on Ubuntu is through the Snap packaging system. Snaps are containerized software packages that bundle all dependencies and update automatically.

1. Open your terminal (Ctrl+Alt+T).
2. Run the following command to install the Postman snap package:Bashsudo snap install postman
3. The system will download and install the latest version. Once finished, you’ll see a confirmation message:Plaintextpostman 10.x.x from Postman, Inc. installed

Method 2: Installing via Ubuntu Software Center

If you prefer a graphical interface, you can install Postman directly from the Software Center:

1. Open Ubuntu Software from your applications menu.
2. Search for “Postman”.
3. Click on the Postman entry and hit the Install button.
4. Enter your password when prompted to complete the installation.

Starting Postman

Once installed, you can launch Postman by searching for it in your Activities/Applications menu.

When you open the app for the first time:

• Sign In / Sign Up: This allows you to sync your collections, environments, and history across multiple devices.
• Skip Signing In: If you want to dive straight in without an account, click “Skip signing in and take me straight to the app.”

Testing Your Setup

To ensure everything is working correctly, let’s send a sample request:

1. Open a new tab in Postman.
2. Enter the following URL: https://reqres.in/api/users
3. Ensure the request method is set to GET.
4. Click Send.
5. You should receive a 200 OK status and a JSON response containing a list of users.

Conclusion

Postman is an essential tool for any modern web developer. By installing it via Snap, you ensure that you always have the latest features and security updates without manual intervention.