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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.
✨ Features
🖥️ Native-like interface Clean, distraction-free window with no tabs or address bar
📥 System tray support Minimize to tray and restore instantly anytime
🔔 Unread badge See unread messages directly on the dock or tray
🔕 Desktop notifications Get real-time alerts even when the app is minimized
📞 Voice and video calls Full support for microphone and camera
🔐 Persistent login Scan once and stay logged in across sessions
🌙 Dark mode Automatically follows your system theme
✍️ Spell check Built-in typing assistance for messages
📂 File downloads Save media using a native file dialog
⌨️ Keyboard shortcuts Quick navigation and control
🖱️ Context menu Right-click for common actions
🔒 Privacy and Security
🛡️ No data collection No analytics, no telemetry, no tracking
🌐 Direct connection only Communicates only with WhatsApp servers
💾 Local storage only Chats and sessions remain on your device
⚙️ Secure Electron configuration Sandboxed renderer, context isolation enabled, Node integration disabled
📖 Open source Fully transparent and available for audit on GitHub
🖥️ Compatibility
✔ Ubuntu 20.04 LTS and newer ✔ Ubuntu-based distributions such as Linux Mint, Pop!_OS, elementary OS ✔ Any Linux distribution with Snap support ✔ x86_64 (amd64) systems
📋 How It Works
The application loads the official WhatsApp Web interface inside a dedicated window. All communication is handled by WhatsApp’s infrastructure.
Getting Started Open the application Scan the QR code using WhatsApp on your phone Start chatting instantly
Choose your Linux distribution to get detailed installation instructions. If yours is not shown, get more details on the installing snapd documentation.
