About cmatrix.org
An independent guide to cmatrix — the classic terminal program that fills your screen with Matrix-style digital rain.
Last updated: October 25, 2026
Who We Are
Welcome to cmatrix.org. We are a small, independent team of Linux users, terminal enthusiasts and open-source fans who love the simple joy of running cmatrix in a terminal window. This website was created to give beginners and experienced users one clear, easy-to-read place to learn what cmatrix is, how to install it and how to get the most out of it.
What Is cmatrix?
cmatrix is a free, open-source command-line program that displays scrolling green characters in your terminal, recreating the famous “digital rain” effect from The Matrix films. It runs on Linux, macOS, BSD and other Unix-like systems (and on Windows through WSL), and offers options for colours, speed, bold text, screensaver mode and more.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: make cmatrix easy for everyone. Many guides online are outdated, scattered or written only for experts. We write step-by-step tutorials in plain English, keep commands tested and up to date, and explain every option so that anyone — from a first-time Ubuntu user to a seasoned sysadmin — can install and customise cmatrix in minutes.
What You Will Find Here
Installation Guides
Step-by-step cmatrix install commands for Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Arch, macOS, Windows (WSL) and more.
Commands & Options
Clear explanations of every cmatrix flag — colours, speed, bold mode, screensaver mode and keyboard controls.
Tips & Tricks
Fun ways to customise your terminal, troubleshooting help and cmatrix alternatives worth trying.
Independent & Unofficial
cmatrix.org is an independent, unofficial resource. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the original developers or maintainers of the cmatrix project. cmatrix is open-source software, and all credit for the program belongs to its authors and contributors. Please see our Disclaimer for more details.
Get in Touch
Have a question, found an outdated command or want to suggest a guide? We would love to hear from you. Visit our Contact Us page or email us at contact@cmatrix.org.