https://github.com/uvindusl/whatsapp-for-linux
This repository hosts an unofficial WhatsApp desktop application specifically optimized for Ubuntu, providing a seamless messaging experience directly from your desktop.
https://github.com/uvindusl/whatsapp-for-linux
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This repository hosts an unofficial WhatsApp desktop application specifically optimized for Ubuntu, providing a seamless messaging experience directly from your desktop.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/uvindusl/whatsapp-for-linux
- Owner: uvindusl
- License: mit
- Created: 2025-07-19T12:58:03.000Z (11 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-07-19T18:04:41.000Z (11 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-07-19T21:04:11.357Z (11 months ago)
- Topics: ubuntu, whatsapp, whatsapp-linux, whatsapp-web
- Language: JavaScript
- Homepage:
- Size: 85.9 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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# Unofficial WhatsApp for Ubuntu
This repository hosts an unofficial WhatsApp desktop application specifically optimized for Ubuntu, providing a seamless messaging experience directly from your desktop.
[](https://snapcraft.io/unofficial-whatsapp)
## Features
* **Optimized Performance:** Built with performance in mind for a smooth experience on Ubuntu.
* **Native Feel:** Integrates well with the Ubuntu desktop environment.
* **All Core WhatsApp Features:** Supports sending and receiving messages, photos, videos, documents, and voice messages.
* **Desktop Notifications:** (Known issue: Small bug in notifications - see "Known Issues" below) Receive desktop notifications for new messages.
## Installation
You can install the Unofficial WhatsApp for Ubuntu by either downloading a pre-built release or building it from source.
### Option 1: Download from Releases (Recommended)
1. Go to the [Releases page](https://github.com/uvindusl/Whatsapp-for-linux/releases) of this repository.
2. Download the latest `.deb` package for your system.
3. Install the package using your system's package installer or via the command line:
```bash
sudo dpkg -i whatsapp-for-linux_*.deb
sudo apt install -f # To fix any broken dependencies
```
### Option 2: Build from Source
To build the application from source, follow these steps:
1. **Clone the repository:**
```bash
git clone https://github.com/uvindusl/Whatsapp-for-linux.git
cd Whatsapp-for-linux
```
2. **Install dependencies:**
```bash
npm install
```
* **Note:** You might need to install `npm` or `yarn` if you don't have them already.
3. **Build the application:**
```bash
npm run build
```
This command will typically create distributable packages (like `.deb`) in the `dist` folder.
4. **Run the application (for development/testing):**
```bash
npm run start
```
## Usage
Once installed, launch the application from your applications menu. You'll be prompted to scan a QR code using your phone's WhatsApp application (WhatsApp Web/Desktop option) to link your account.
## Known Issues
* **Notification Bug:** There's a small bug affecting desktop notifications. While notifications generally appear, when you click on them, the application will not open or come into focus. I am actively working on a fix for this.
## License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](https://github.com/uvindusl/Whatsapp-for-linux/blob/32636ef5431d0e5b919542de43317ac300479863/LICENSE) file for details.