How to Install WhatsApp Messenger on Ubuntu

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WhatsApp is one of the most popular messengers worldwide. Although there is no official WhatsApp Desktop for Linux, there are several easy ways to use WhatsApp on Ubuntu. In this post, I’ll show you the best methods.

Method 1: Install WhatsApp via Snap

The easiest method is to use Snap:

🔹 Installation via Snap Store

Open Terminal (Ctrl + Alt + T)
Update package lists:

sudo apt update

Install snapd (if not already installed):

sudo apt install snapd

Install WhatsApp:

sudo snap install whatsapp-for-linux

After installation, find WhatsApp in your applications menu.

Method 2: Using Flatpak

Alternatively, you can use Flatpak:

🔹 Installation via Flatpak

Install Flatpak:

sudo apt install flatpak

Install WhatsApp:

flatpak install flathub com.github.eneshecan.WhatsAppForLinux

Method 3: Download DEB Package

You can also download the official DEB package from GitHub:

wget https://www.ubuntubase.com/downloads/whatsapp-desktop_1.1.0_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i whatsapp-desktop_1.1.0_amd64.deb
sudo apt-get install -f

System Requirements

Operating System: Ubuntu 18.04+ or newer
RAM: at least 512 MB
Storage: 200 MB free space
Architecture: 64-bit (x86_64)

Setting Up WhatsApp

After installation, you need to link WhatsApp with your phone:

Open WhatsApp on your Ubuntu
Open WhatsApp on your smartphone
Tap three dots > “WhatsApp Web”
Scan the QR code on your screen

Congratulations! Now you can use WhatsApp on Ubuntu and send messages from your desktop.

Download .deb Package

Whatsapp Messenger for Debian Ubuntu