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Ferdium
Ferdium is a desktop browser for managing multiple web apps like messaging and music services in one place.
- License
- Apache-2.0
- Latest version
- 7.2.3 (September 7, 2026)
- Developer
- Ferdium Team
- Installs
- 3,163 (Flathub, 30 days)
What is Ferdium?
Ferdium combines web apps like Spotify, messaging platforms, and email into a single desktop interface. It evolved from Franz, adding more features and full open-source freedom. Built on Electron, it's been actively developed since 2020 and has reached a stable, mature state with regular updates and strong community support.
It's for Linux users who want to centralize services like Spotify, WhatsApp, or Slack without keeping multiple browser tabs open. If you rely on web apps daily and want quick switching, dark mode, or workspace organization, Ferdium streamlines that. It’s especially useful for those migrating from Windows who miss having desktop wrappers for web tools.
Compared to standalone apps like Spotify Desktop, Ferdium feels less native but just as responsive. It doesn’t replace Spotify’s official client but wraps its web version well. You get tabbed services, but no system-level media integration out of the box. It’s closer to a focused browser than a true desktop app.
Best for: People who want one window to manage Spotify, messaging, and other web apps without browser clutter.
Key features of Ferdium
- Group multiple web apps into one window with tabs
- Supports custom services via user-created recipes
- Built-in dark mode and ad blocker
- Syncs across devices with account login
- Tasker-style automation with workflows
- Customizable keyboard shortcuts
- Notification badges and mute controls
- Cross-platform: Linux, Windows, macOS
Pros
- Open-source and actively maintained
- Highly customizable with plugins and themes
- Supports hundreds of web apps via community recipes
- No usage limits or paywalls
- Migrates Franz/Ferdi accounts and settings
Cons
- Uses more RAM than native apps due to Electron
- Spotify web version lacks some desktop app features
- Notifications can be less reliable than system-native
Windows programs Ferdium replaces
How to install Ferdium on Linux
flatpak install flathub org.ferdium.FerdiumTips for Windows users
If you're switching from Spotify Desktop, know that Ferdium runs the web version of Spotify, so local file playback isn't supported. Your playlists and library sync online. Use Ctrl+Tab to cycle between services. Export your Spotify data via Spotify's website if needed. Set up the Spotify service in Ferdium by adding it as a web app with the correct URL.
Recent releases
- 7.2.3 —
- 7.2.2 —
- 7.2.1 —
- 7.2.0 —
Ferdium: frequently asked questions
Can Ferdium run Spotify offline?
No. Ferdium uses the Spotify web player, which requires an internet connection. Local files can't be played through it.
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