Install latest/stable of WhatsApp Desktop

Ubuntu 16.04 or later?

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sudo snap install whatsapp-linux-desktop

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Details for WhatsApp Desktop

License

  • MIT

Last updated

  • 16 October 2024 - latest/stable
  • 16 October 2024 - latest/beta

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WhatsApp Desktop Application for linux

An unofficial WhatsApp Linux Desktop application

WhatsApp Desktop (Linux) - Stay Connected on Your Desktop!

Experience WhatsApp directly on your Linux desktop with this lightweight and efficient Electron-based application. Designed for Snapcraft users, this app brings the full functionality of WhatsApp Web to a standalone desktop environment, ensuring you stay connected without needing to keep a browser tab open.

Key Features:

  • Native Desktop Experience: Use WhatsApp like a native application on your Linux system.
  • Seamless Notifications: Get instant notifications for messages and calls directly on your desktop.
  • Full Functionality: Access all the features you love from WhatsApp Web, including text messaging, voice messaging, and file sharing.
  • Cross-platform Compatibility: Works flawlessly across different Linux distributions thanks to Snapcraft packaging.
  • Automatic Updates: Receive updates and new features automatically through the Snap Store.

Perfect for users looking to streamline their messaging experience, this app offers smooth performance and a clean interface, making it an ideal choice for WhatsApp users on Linux.

Changelogs: 1.0.1-edge-1

  • Fix: Sound Issue

1.0.0

  • Initial Release

Install WhatsApp Desktop on your Linux distribution

Choose your Linux distribution to get detailed installation instructions. If yours is not shown, get more details on the installing snapd documentation.


Where people are using WhatsApp Desktop

Users by distribution (log)

Ubuntu 24.04
Ubuntu 25.10
Zorin OS 18
Ubuntu 22.04
Zorin OS 17
Ubuntu 25.04
Ubuntu 20.04
Ubuntu 18.04
Debian 13
Linux Mint 22.2
Linux Mint 22.3
Kali Linux 2025.4
Ubuntu 24.10
Debian 12
Fedora 43