WhatsApp Desktop for Linux
Native desktop wrapper for WhatsApp on Linux. Access WhatsApp Web in a dedicated app. Chat, call, and share media without browser tabs.
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Everything You Need
All the essential WhatsApp features, natively on Linux
Text Messaging
Send and receive messages instantly with full emoji support and rich formatting
Voice & Video Calls
Crystal-clear voice and video calls directly from your Linux desktop
Media Sharing
Share photos, videos, documents, and files seamlessly with contacts
Group Chats
Create and manage group conversations with up to 256 participants
End-to-End Encryption
Every message is secured with WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption
Desktop Notifications
Native Linux notifications for incoming messages and calls
Fast & Lightweight
Optimized performance with minimal resource usage
No Extra Tracking
Clean wrapper with no additional tracking - just standard WhatsApp Web experience
Get Started in 3 Steps
Setup is quick and simple. You'll be chatting in minutes
Install the App
Download and install WhatsApp Desktop from Snap Store with a single command
Scan QR Code
Open WhatsApp on your phone and scan the QR code displayed on your desktop
Start Messaging
Your chats sync instantly and you're ready to message all your contacts
Install in Seconds
One command is all it takes to get WhatsApp running on Linux
sudo snap install whatsapp-for-linuxAlternative: Build from Source
- 1.Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/evildevill/whatsapp-desktop-linux.git - 2.Install dependencies:
npm install - 3.Build the app:
npm run build - 4.Run WhatsApp:
npm start
Why Choose Desktop App
See how our native app compares to WhatsApp Web and the official client
| Feature | Our Desktop App | WhatsApp Web | Official Desktop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native Linux Support | |||
| Desktop Notifications | |||
| System Tray Integration | |||
| Keyboard Shortcuts | |||
| Voice & Video Calls | |||
| No Browser Required | |||
| Lightweight | |||
| Open Source | |||
| Free Forever | |||
| Auto-Updates |
Built for Performance
System Requirements
Operating System
Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian, Fedora, Arch Linux
RAM
Minimum 2GB (4GB recommended)
Storage
200MB disk space
Network
Internet connection required
Technical Details
Your Privacy First
A desktop wrapper for WhatsApp Web with no additional data collection from us
WhatsApp's Encryption
Uses WhatsApp Web's standard end-to-end encryption. Every message, call, and media is protected.
Direct Connection
Connects directly to WhatsApp Web. Your data flows to WhatsApp's servers, not through third parties.
No Extra Data Collection
The wrapper adds no tracking or data storage. It's just a native container for WhatsApp Web.
Same Privacy Policy
Subject to WhatsApp's standard privacy policy. The wrapper doesn't modify or intercept data.
Open Source Desktop Wrapper
Community-built wrapper for WhatsApp Web. Open source code you can review - no hidden functionality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about WhatsApp Desktop for Linux
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