https://github.com/evildevill/whatsapp-desktop-linux
A sleek, unofficial desktop client for WhatsApp, built with Electron. Experience seamless messaging on your Linux desktop with real-time notifications and media sharing.
https://github.com/evildevill/whatsapp-desktop-linux
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A sleek, unofficial desktop client for WhatsApp, built with Electron. Experience seamless messaging on your Linux desktop with real-time notifications and media sharing.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/evildevill/whatsapp-desktop-linux
- Owner: evildevill
- Created: 2026-02-09T15:05:30.000Z (4 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2026-02-10T16:27:35.000Z (4 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2026-02-10T20:41:04.094Z (4 months ago)
- Language: JavaScript
- Size: 3.35 MB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 2
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- Readme: README.md
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README
# WhatsApp Desktop Client
[](https://snapcraft.io/whatsapp-desktop-linux)
A sleek, unofficial desktop client for WhatsApp, built with Electron. Experience seamless messaging on your Linux desktop with real-time notifications and media sharing.
## ✨ Features
- 🚀 **Cross-Platform**: Compatible with Linux, Windows, and macOS
- 💬 **Instant Messaging**: Stay connected with friends and family
- 📎 **Media Sharing**: Share photos, videos, and documents effortlessly
- 🔔 **Desktop Notifications**: Never miss a message
- 🔒 **Secure**: Built on WhatsApp's web interface
## 📥 Installation
### From Snap Store (Recommended)
```bash
sudo snap install whatsapp-desktop-linux
```
### Build from Source
1. **Clone the Repository**
```bash
git clone https://github.com/evildevill/whatsapp-desktop-linux.git
cd whatsapp-desktop-linux
```
2. **Install Dependencies**
```bash
npm install
```
3. **Run Locally** (Optional)
```bash
npm start
```
4. **Build the Snap Package**
```bash
npm run dist
```
5. **Install the Package**
```bash
cd dist
sudo snap install --dangerous ./whatsapp_*.snap
```
## 🚀 Usage
Launch the app from your applications menu or via terminal:
```bash
whatsapp-desktop-linux
```
## 🗑️ Uninstallation
To remove the app:
```bash
sudo snap remove whatsapp-desktop-linux
```
## 🤝 Contributing
We welcome contributions! Feel free to:
- Report bugs
- Suggest features
- Submit pull requests
Fork the repo and get started!
## 📄 License
Licensed under the MIT License. See [LICENSE](./LICENSE) for details.
## 🙏 Acknowledgments
- **Electron** - The framework powering this app
- **WhatsApp** - For the amazing messaging platform
## 👨💻 Author
**Waseem Akram**
GitHub: [@evildevill](https://github.com/evildevill)