Install latest/stable of whattsapp

Ubuntu 16.04 or later?

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Details for whattsapp

Package name

  • whattsapp

License

  • unset

Last updated

  • 11 April 2026 - latest/stable
  • 11 April 2026 - latest/edge

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Access WhatsApp Web as a native desktop app fast, private, and lightweight.

WebApp for WhatsApp brings the full WhatsApp Web experience to your Linux desktop in a clean, focused application without browser clutter.

Built with Electron and optimized for Ubuntu and other Linux distributions, it delivers a smooth, native-like experience with deep desktop integration.

โœจ Features

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Native-like interface Clean, distraction-free window with no tabs or address bar

๐Ÿ“ฅ System tray support Minimize to tray and restore instantly anytime

๐Ÿ”” Unread badge See unread messages directly on the dock or tray

๐Ÿ”• Desktop notifications Get real-time alerts even when the app is minimized

๐Ÿ“ž Voice and video calls Full support for microphone and camera

๐Ÿ” Persistent login Scan once and stay logged in across sessions

๐ŸŒ™ Dark mode Automatically follows your system theme

โœ๏ธ Spell check Built-in typing assistance for messages

๐Ÿ“‚ File downloads Save media using a native file dialog

โŒจ๏ธ Keyboard shortcuts Quick navigation and control

๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ Context menu Right-click for common actions

๐Ÿ”’ Privacy and Security

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ No data collection No analytics, no telemetry, no tracking

๐ŸŒ Direct connection only Communicates only with WhatsApp servers

๐Ÿ’พ Local storage only Chats and sessions remain on your device

โš™๏ธ Secure Electron configuration Sandboxed renderer, context isolation enabled, Node integration disabled

๐Ÿ“– Open source Fully transparent and available for audit on GitHub

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Compatibility

โœ” Ubuntu 20.04 LTS and newer โœ” Ubuntu-based distributions such as Linux Mint, Pop!_OS, elementary OS โœ” Any Linux distribution with Snap support โœ” x86_64 (amd64) systems

๐Ÿ“‹ How It Works

The application loads the official WhatsApp Web interface inside a dedicated window. All communication is handled by WhatsAppโ€™s infrastructure.

Getting Started Open the application Scan the QR code using WhatsApp on your phone Start chatting instantly


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Ubuntu 24.04
Ubuntu 26.04
Zorin OS 18
Ubuntu 22.04
Ubuntu 25.10
Ubuntu 20.04
Fedora 44
Linux Mint 22.3
Zorin OS 17