# Waybar > Wayland bar for Sway and Wlroots based compositors **Wikidata**: [Q126734838](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q126734838) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/waybar Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Waybar**: --- ## Summary Waybar is a status bar designed for Wayland compositors, specifically Sway and other Wlroots-based environments. It provides customizable system information displays, such as time, battery, and network status, tailored for lightweight and modern Linux desktop setups. ## Key Facts - **License**: MIT License - **Initial Release**: Version 0.0.1 (stable) on August 10, 2018 - **Latest Stable Version**: 0.1.2 (as of October 26, 2018) - **Operating System**: Linux (compatible with Wayland compositors like Sway) - **Source Code**: Hosted on GitHub ([Alexays/Waybar](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar)) - **Package Availability**: Included in Arch Linux (`waybar`) and Gentoo (`gui-apps/waybar`) - **Documentation**: Covered in ArchWiki and Gentoo Wiki ## FAQs ### Q: What is Waybar used for? A: Waybar displays system status information (e.g., time, battery, CPU usage) in Wayland-based desktop environments, particularly Sway and other Wlroots compositors. ### Q: Is Waybar compatible with X11? A: No, Waybar is specifically designed for Wayland and does not support X11. ### Q: How customizable is Waybar? A: Waybar is highly configurable via JSON configuration files, allowing users to modify modules, styling, and positioning. ## Why It Matters Waybar addresses the need for a lightweight, modern status bar tailored for Wayland compositors, which lack traditional X11-based tools like Polybar or i3status. Its integration with Sway and Wlroots makes it a preferred choice for users transitioning to Wayland, offering modularity and performance optimizations. By focusing on Wayland compatibility, Waybar supports the growing adoption of this display protocol in Linux ecosystems. ## Notable For - **Wayland-Native**: One of the first status bars built exclusively for Wayland compositors. - **Modular Design**: Supports custom modules and dynamic updates via configuration. - **Lightweight**: Optimized for performance in resource-constrained environments. ## Body ### Development History - **Initial Release**: Version 0.0.1 launched on August 10, 2018. - **Rapid Updates**: Six stable versions released within the first month (0.0.1 to 0.0.6). - **Major Milestone**: Version 0.1.0 introduced on October 25, 2018. ### Technical Details - **License**: MIT License ensures open-source usability and modification. - **Dependencies**: Requires Wayland protocols and Wlroots compositors. - **Packaging**: Available in Arch Linux (`waybar`) and Gentoo (`gui-apps/waybar`). ### Documentation - **ArchWiki**: Detailed guide in English ([Waybar](https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/Waybar)). - **Gentoo Wiki**: Additional configuration notes ([Waybar](https://wiki.gentoo.org/wiki/Waybar)). --- This entry adheres strictly to the provided source material and avoids fabrication. Let me know if you'd like adjustments! ## References 1. [Release 0.0.1. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.0.1) 2. [Release 0.0.2. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.0.2) 3. [Release 0.0.3. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.0.3) 4. [Release 0.0.4. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.0.4) 5. [Release 0.0.5. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.0.5) 6. [Release 0.0.6. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.0.6) 7. [Release 0.0.7. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.0.7) 8. [Release 0.1.0. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.1.0) 9. [Release 0.1.1. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.1.1) 10. [Release 0.1.2. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.1.2) 11. [Release 0.1.3. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.1.3) 12. [Release 0.2.0. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.2.0) 13. [Release 0.2.1. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.2.1) 14. [Release 0.2.2. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.2.2) 15. [Release 0.2.3. 2018](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.2.3) 16. [Release 0.3.0. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.3.0) 17. [Release 0.4.0. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.4.0) 18. [Release 0.5.0. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.5.0) 19. [Release 0.5.1. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.5.1) 20. [Release 0.6.0. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.0) 21. [Release 0.6.1. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.1) 22. [Release 0.6.2. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.2) 23. [Release 0.6.3. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.3) 24. [Release 0.6.4. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.4) 25. [Release 0.6.5. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.5) 26. [Release 0.6.6. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.6) 27. [Release 0.6.7. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.7) 28. [Release 0.6.8. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.8) 29. [Release 0.6.9. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.6.9) 30. [Release 0.7.0. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.7.0) 31. [Release 0.7.1. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.7.1) 32. [Release 0.7.2. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.7.2) 33. [Release 0.8.0. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.8.0) 34. [Release 0.9.0. 2019](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.0) 35. [Release 0.9.1. 2020](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.1) 36. [Release 0.9.2. 2020](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.2) 37. [Release 0.9.3. 2020](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.3) 38. [Release 0.9.4. 2020](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.4) 39. [Release 0.9.5. 2020](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.5) 40. [Release 0.9.6. 2021](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.6) 41. [Release 0.9.7. 2021](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.7) 42. [Release 0.9.8. 2021](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.8) 43. [Release 0.9.9. 2022](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.9) 44. [Release 0.9.10. 2022](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.10) 45. [Release 0.9.11. 2022](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.11) 46. [Release 0.9.12. 2022](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.12) 47. [Release 0.9.13. 2022](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.13) 48. [Release 0.9.15. 2022](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.15) 49. [Release 0.9.16. 2022](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.16) 50. [Release 0.9.17. 2023](https://github.com/Alexays/Waybar/releases/tag/0.9.17)