Guide for Installing Jenkins on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
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Jenkins, a popular open-source automation server, is an essential tool for continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) of software projects. This guide outlines the optimal steps for installing Jenkins on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, a modern, stable, and secure platform suitable for production CI/CD environments.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have a Virtual Private Server (VPS) running on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. You can create one on Shape.Host or any other VPS provider of your choice.
Step 1: Update your package index
Start by updating your package index to ensure you have the latest package information:
Step 2: Install Java
Since Jenkins requires Java to run, install OpenJDK 11 or newer:
Verify the installation with:
Step 3: Add the Jenkins repository and key
Import the GPG key for Jenkins package signing and add the Jenkins Debian repository to your sources list:
Step 4: Install Jenkins
Install Jenkins:
Step 5: Start and enable the Jenkins service
Start the Jenkins service immediately and enable it to run on boot:
Step 6: Check Jenkins status
Confirm that Jenkins is running:
Step 7: Access Jenkins
Open a browser and navigate to .
Step 8: Unlock Jenkins
Retrieve the initial admin password:
Use this password to unlock Jenkins through the web interface.
Step 9: Continue setup
Finally, continue the setup via the Jenkins web UI by installing recommended plugins and creating an admin user.
By following these steps, you've successfully installed Jenkins on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. Key advantages of using Jenkins on this platform include long-term support until 2029, native availability of Java 17+, improved systemd management, updated security features, and easy integration with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Ansible, and system packages.
For additional security considerations, such as setting up HTTPS, integrating LDAP, SAML, or GitHub OAuth for secure user authentication, configuring Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), keeping plugins and core Jenkins updated, enabling backup routines, and hardening the Jenkins server, refer to the official Jenkins documentation.
[3] Related Ubuntu 22.04/24.04 tutorials can be found here: [Link to tutorials] [3] A YouTube tutorial explicitly mentioning Ubuntu 24.04 Jenkins install (dated 2025-07-06) can be found here: [Link to YouTube tutorial]
Data-and-cloud-computing technologies facilitate seamless integration of Jenkins with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Ansible, and system packages, enhancing its versatility and utility in modern CI/CD environments. The technology underpinning Jenkins allows it to run natively on Java 17+, ensuring continued compatibility and smooth operation.
