FREE
WhatsApp Desktop
Official WhatsApp app for PC and Mac – messages, voice and video calls and file sharing with end-to-end encryption, linked to your phone.
PRICEFree
RUNS ONWindows, macOS
About WhatsApp Desktop
WhatsApp Desktop is the official WhatsApp app for computers. It links to the WhatsApp account on your phone so you can send messages, make calls and share files from your PC or Mac.
Main features:
- Send and receive messages, photos, videos, documents and voice notes
- Voice and video calls, including group calls
- End-to-end encryption for messages and calls
- Link up to several devices to one WhatsApp account
- Works even when your phone is offline after linking
- Keyboard shortcuts and drag-and-drop file sharing
- Status updates, channels and communities
WhatsApp Desktop is free and requires an active WhatsApp account on your phone. It runs on Windows and macOS, and WhatsApp Web works in any browser.
Key features
MessagingText, photos, videos, documents and voice notes
CallsVoice and video, including group calls
EncryptionEnd-to-end encrypted messages and calls
Multi-deviceLink several devices to one account
Works offline from phoneAfter linking
ShortcutsKeyboard shortcuts and drag-and-drop
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Good and keep in mind
Good
- Use WhatsApp comfortably on a big screen
- Calls and file sharing from your computer
- End-to-end encryption
Keep in mind
- Requires a WhatsApp account on a phone to set up
- No official Linux app (use WhatsApp Web)
Frequently asked questions
Is WhatsApp Desktop free?
Yes. WhatsApp Desktop is free. You only need an active WhatsApp account on your phone to link it.
Can I make calls with WhatsApp Desktop?
Yes. WhatsApp Desktop supports voice and video calls, including group calls.
Does my phone need to stay connected?
After you link your computer, WhatsApp Desktop keeps working even if your phone is offline for a while.
What operating systems does WhatsApp Desktop support?
WhatsApp Desktop runs on Windows and macOS. On other systems you can use WhatsApp Web in a browser.
Where can I download WhatsApp Desktop safely?
Download it from the official WhatsApp website or the Microsoft Store / Mac App Store using the link on this page.