WhatsApp can be used on your desktop without a browser. To install WhatsApp Desktop on your computer, download it from the Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, or WhatsApp website. WhatsApp Desktop will only work on computers that meet the following operating system requirements:

• Windows 8.1 or newer
• macOS 10.11 or newer

For all other operating systems, you can use WhatsApp Web in your browser.

Download WhatsApp Desktop

1. In your computer’s browser, go to the WhatsApp Download page, then download the .exe or .dmg file.
2. Once the download is complete, open the .exe or .dmg file and follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Related resources:

• About WhatsApp Web and Desktop
• How to log in or out
• Can't connect to WhatsApp Web or Desktop