WhatsApp Desktop

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Ubuntu 16.04 or later?

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Install using the command line

sudo snap install whatsapp-desktop-client

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A simple and open-source desktop client for WhatsApp built with Electron.

WhatsApp Desktop

WhatsApp Desktop is a cross-platform desktop application that allows you to use WhatsApp directly on your computer, making it easier to chat with friends and family while working.

Features

  • Multi-platform: Runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS.
  • Real-time messaging: Stay connected with your contacts through instant messaging.
  • Media sharing: Easily share images, videos, and documents.
  • Notifications: Get desktop notifications for new messages.

Usage Once installed, launch the application and log in with your WhatsApp account by scanning the QR code displayed on the screen with your phone.

Contributing Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to contribute to this project, please fork the repository and submit a pull request.

Fork the project Create your feature branch (git checkout -b feature/YourFeature). Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add some feature'). Push to the branch (git push origin feature/YourFeature). Open a pull request. License This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments Electron - Framework used to build the application. WhatsApp - Messaging platform.

Details for WhatsApp Desktop

License
  • MIT

Last updated
  • 17 November 2024 - latest/stable

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