Ubuntu, the leading Linux distribution extensively used across cloud platforms, is endorsed by Microsoft for Azure. These images are fine-tuned to enhance compatibility and performance on Azure, ensuring support for the latest cloud features as they are released. Known for its robust security and stability, Ubuntu powers more mission-critical workloads than any other operating system.

Key Features:

Trusted source for open source: Official Images created by Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, in a trusted build pipeline.
Optimized for Azure: Ubuntu images are fine-tuned in collaboration with Microsoft to enhance performance on Azure, supporting the latest cloud features effectively.
Integration with Azure Tools: Integrates with tools like Azure Guest Patching and the Update Management Center, streamlining updates and management to ensure security while adhering to Safe Deployment Practices for improved stability.
Security and stability: Canonical tracks and delivers updates regularly, embedding security from the initial deployment to safeguard your operations.
Developer-friendly: Supports a wide array of libraries and tools, boosting productivity and enabling innovation.

If you require enterprise technical support for your Ubuntu instances, please contact us.

Available Plans:

Ubuntu Server 25.04: Ideal for reliable, economical server operations where the additional benefits of Ubuntu Pro are not needed.
Ubuntu Minimal 25.04: Provides a minimal starting point so application builders can install just the packages they need and minimize resource usage and security cross-section. Not designed for interactive use cases.

By choosing Ubuntu 25.04 on Azure, you benefit from Canonical's commitment to security, performance, and innovation, ensuring an optimal cloud experience. Whether you are deploying a simple web server or managing complex, mission-critical applications, Ubuntu on Azure provides a reliable, flexible, and secure platform tailored to your needs. Start your Ubuntu journey on Azure today to harness the full potential of your cloud infrastructure.

Ubuntu 25.04 - all plansCanonical

Ubuntu 25.04 - all plans

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Ubuntu 25.04 - all plans

Canonical

Ubuntu 25.04 - all plans
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