whattsapp

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
✔ x8664 (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