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Whatsie, alternative Linux à WhatsApp Desktop
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Whatsie works well as a Linux‑native alternative to the official WhatsApp Desktop client. It mirrors the same WhatsApp Web session, so all chat history, contacts and end‑to‑end encryption are preserved. The app adds desktop‑oriented features like system‑tray integration, theme syncing and a built‑in download manager, which many Linux users find convenient. It is best for users who want a native windowed experience and tighter privacy controls, and who are comfortable keeping their phone connected. Those who need the official client’s occasional UI tweaks or corporate‑level support may prefer the official app.
- Licence
- MIT
- Prix
- Gratuit
- Dernière version
- 6.1.1 (21 septembre 2026)
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Ce qui fonctionne pareil
- Both mirror the mobile WhatsApp account via WhatsApp Web
- End‑to‑end encrypted messaging and file transfer
- Support for text, images, documents and voice/video calls
- Desktop notifications with contact avatars
Ce qui change
- Whatsie is a native Qt client; WhatsApp Desktop is an Electron‑based wrapper
- Whatsie adds app‑lock, privacy blur and per‑site permission controls not found in the official client
- Official client may receive feature updates directly from WhatsApp sooner
- Whatsie requires a Wayland portal for calls, which may not work on older X11 setups
Ouvrir vos fichiers WhatsApp Desktop
Whatsie stores downloaded media in the user’s home directory like the official client, but it does not provide an export function for chat histories. Exporting chats must still be done from the mobile app or the web interface; Whatsie can open files that the official client downloads, but there is no special import/export feature.
Passer de WhatsApp Desktop à Whatsie, étape par étape
- Install Whatsie from Flathub or your distro’s repository.
- Launch Whatsie and scan the QR code with the WhatsApp mobile app.
- Configure theme, notifications and proxy settings to match your preferences.
- Optionally enable the app lock and privacy blur for added security.
- Close the official WhatsApp Desktop client to avoid duplicate sessions.
Fonctionnalités clés de Whatsie
- Synchronisation des thèmes clair/sombre/système
- Notifications de bureau avec avatars
- Icône de zone de notification avec badge non lu et mode silencieux
- Appels vocaux, vidéo et partage d'écran via le portail Wayland
- Gestionnaire de téléchargements intégré avec historique
- Correction orthographique pour la langue du système
- Verrouillage de l'application avec code de passe et délai d'inactivité
- Flou de confidentialité pour les messages
- Autorisations par site pour la caméra/micro/localisation
- Prise en charge des proxys HTTP/SOCKS5
Installer Whatsie sous Linux
flatpak install flathub com.ktechpit.whatsiesudo zypper install whatsieQuestions fréquentes
Do I need to keep my phone online while using Whatsie?
Yes, Whatsie relies on WhatsApp Web, so the phone must stay connected to the internet.
Can I run multiple WhatsApp accounts simultaneously?
Whatsie supports multiple profiles; you can create separate instances for different accounts.
Are voice and video calls as reliable as in the official client?
Calls work through the Wayland portal and are generally comparable, but performance may vary on older X11 setups or with limited GPU drivers.
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