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System76
Linux laptops and desktops with open firmware on supported models.
system76.com
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Linux laptops and desktops with open firmware on supported models.
Common useHardwareHardwareOperator dataHosted
Identity checksZero KYCNo document check recorded · identity exposure level 2/4
Evidence and riskPartial evidenceStandardSome material claims still need confirmation.; no material risk recorded in them.
Last reviewedReviewed 5 Jul 2026KYC checked 13 Mar 2026 · inferred jurisdiction · Source → older source, not independently verifiedHow to cite this pageEvidence confidence59/100
Evidence and facts
Evidence and facts
JURISDICTIONUS
AUDITED BYNo audit listed
OPERATOR DATAHosted operator recorded
EVIDENCE CONFIDENCE
SELF-REPORTED4/4
Why evidence is 59/100Formula 3.1
- Source coverageSome material claims still need confirmation
- +42
- Review ageOldest recorded check is 164 days old
- +17
LAST CHECKED2026-06-23
LAST UPDATED2026-03-13
Specs
DOCUMENT CHECKNone recorded
IDENTITY EXPOSURELevel 2/4
KYC TRIGGERSNo identity-document check is recorded for a normal hardware order. Standard account, payment, billing and shipping details can still identify the buyer.
FEEHardware prices vary
NETWORKSHardware
CATEGORIESHardware
TORNot listed
REGIONS2 countries: United States, Global
Review analysis, source material, related services, and history
About
Linux hardware manufacturer developing System76 Open Firmware for supported models using coreboot and EDK2.
Analysis
OVERVIEW
System76 is a bootstrapped Linux hardware manufacturer founded by Carl Richell from $1,500 in capital, building System76 Open Firmware on coreboot and EDK2 for supported models.
LIMITS
The company operates in US Five Eyes jurisdiction and stores data on AWS, a cloud provider that also holds US government contracts, though the record notes Pop!_OS itself is open source with no telemetry.
USEFUL FOR
Suited to Linux users wanting open firmware hardware from a bootstrapped US manufacturer, rather than one funded by outside investors.
Sources · reviewed 2026-07-16
Corporate identity
Registry-sourced, not audited. The facts below come from cited web research rather than a direct registry query. Each claim links its own source.
- LEGAL ENTITY
- System76, Inc.source ↗
- INCORPORATED IN
- Colorado, United Statessource ↗
- REGISTERED ADDRESS
- 4240 Carson Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80239source ↗
Registry research · reviewed 2026-08-08
Frequently Asked Questions
Is identity verification required?
No identity verification is recorded for typical use. No identity-document check is recorded for a normal hardware order. Standard account, payment, billing and shipping details can still identify the buyer.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Accepted payment methods: Hardware.
Where is it available?
Recorded availability: US, GLOBAL.
Is the operator based in a Five Eyes country?
Yes. The recorded jurisdiction is US, a Five Eyes country (US, UK, CA, AU, NZ). This is jurisdiction context and does not by itself establish that a service is safer or less safe.
How are identity, operator, and evidence fields reported?
Identity exposure is level 2 of 4. A hosted operator is recorded. Jurisdiction is shown as context, not a safety verdict. Evidence confidence is 59/100 and recorded risk is standard.
Which payment networks are supported?
Accepted networks: Hardware.
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No changes to the documents we watch since we started checking on 9 Aug 2026. Last checked 9 Aug 2026.
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