sudo chmod +x /usr/local/bin/burpsuite-pro Want to launch it from the Kali application menu? Let's do that.
Alternatively, from the terminal:
sudo apt install openjdk-21-jre -y Typing the Java command every time is tedious. Let's create a global launcher. how to install burp suite pro on kali linux
java --version If Java isn't installed or is outdated:
Install the FoxyProxy extension in Firefox or Chrome. Set it to forward to 127.0.0.1:8080 . sudo chmod +x /usr/local/bin/burpsuite-pro Want to launch it
sudo nano /usr/local/bin/burpsuite-pro Paste the following content:
sudo mkdir -p /opt/burpsuite sudo mv ~/Downloads/burpsuite_pro_*.jar /opt/burpsuite/ cd /opt/burpsuite Burp Pro requires Java 21+ (Java 23 works well). Check your version: Let's create a global launcher
[Desktop Entry] Name=Burp Suite Pro Comment=Web Security Testing Tool Exec=/usr/local/bin/burpsuite-pro Icon=/opt/burpsuite/burp_icon.png Terminal=false Type=Application Categories=Web Application;Security; If you want a proper icon, download one:
burpsuite-pro A window will appear asking for your license key. Paste the key you received via email from PortSwigger. Activate it on a machine connected to the internet. The license checks in with PortSwigger servers. Step 8: Configure Your Browser (The Final Step) Burp runs on 127.0.0.1:8080 by default. You need to route your traffic through it.