The original WhatsApp app for macOS has arrived, it's a beta version that you can now download

The original WhatsApp app for masOS is now downloadable. This is a completely revamped application built from scratch that anyone with a Mac computer can download for free, although you should be aware of the fact that this is still a trial version.

It is written in Catalyst and specially optimized for Mac computers in order to take full advantage of the PC's performance. Thanks to Catalyst, developers can create WhatsApp applications with a design and functionality consistent with the operating system.

What is it

Create WhatsApp stickers
Change WhatsApp status photo
WhatsApp without adding contacts
How do I know if my WhatsApp is open
WhatsApp reading time

Appear a new side menu on the left with different shortcuts and support for dragging files. Users will be able to experience the sensation of being in the presence of completely native system apps.

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But there is something important WhatsApp for macOS is not yet available through the AppStore because it is still in beta stage. This particular version was available under the TestFlight platform and very few had access to it, now it's accessible to everyone.

Yes, it can be downloaded from the official WhatsApp site via the link we left right at the end, you will get WhatsApp for macOS in .dmg format so you can quickly install it on your computer. There are important requirements to be able to use it.

You must have a WhatsApp profile on iOS or Android because You need to scan the QR code in this native WhatsApp app for macOS to be able to use it and nothing else, then you can use it without any problem. As we said, you will find some new features.

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Keep in mind that there may be a shortage of various features, but you don't need to worry because this is a beta version that will be improved over time, when the time comes it will be available in a stable version and can definitely be downloaded via the AppStore.

Until then, you can use this WhatsApp application for macOS that it is different from the one available in the AppStore and which is based on WhatsApp Web, it is necessary to see if it will replace it in the future, and knowing that it was developed on Catalyst, it will probably be Yes.