WhatsApp, the most popular messaging app on mobile,
had little presence on desktop, until 2015, when it finally became
available in-browser. More recently, the company created standalone
desktop clients. How does the Windows version compare to its mobile
counterparts?
Pros
Messages get full encryption:
The desktop version of WhatsApp gets the same end-to-end encryption as
the mobile version, which means that your messages get scrambled for
privacy the moment they are sent and aren't unscrambled until they
arrive at their destination. Only you and the recipient can see message
content. Streamlined, intuitive interface: The
desktop version takes full advantage of the horizontal orientation most
desktop monitors have, with a conversation list on the left and your
active conversation on the right, and separate menus for app settings
and conversation actions. Everything you can do in the mobile version
(aside from calls) is available in the desktop version. Archived images are blurred for privacy: Due
to the desktop screen's larger size, an additional layer of privacy is
encouraging when you're looking at archived conversations, which may
contain sensitive information. Just click on the image to unblur it.
However, there isn't an option to re-blur, which would be nice to have. Free and easy to set up:
Like the mobile app, the desktop version is free and ready to use in
less than a minute. Just open the mobile app, set it up if you haven't
already, open the desktop app, and scan the QR code with your phone's
camera to verify your identity.
Cons
No support for calls or video messaging:
You can take photos with your device's camera and record audio clips,
but WhatsApp for desktop doesn't support video or audio calling. It's
primarily a text messenger that can send images and sound clips.
Bottom Line
While the desktop version does not support calls, WhatsApp for Windows
is still an end-to-end encrypted, cross-platform, free text messenger
that only needs a QR code to set up, and the phone number of another
WhatsApp user to contact them. These are excellent ingredients for
bringing private desktop communication to the masses.
Publisher's Description
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From MbwiloTech
Introducing the desktop app so you have a new way to stay in touch
anytime and anywhere - whether on your phone or computer at home or
work. Like WhatsApp Web, our desktop app is simply an extension of your
phone: the app mirrors conversations and messages from your mobile
device.
The new desktop app is available for Windows 8+ and Mac OS 10.9+ and is
synced with WhatsApp on your mobile device. Because the app runs
natively on your desktop, you'll have support for native desktop
notifications, better keyboard shortcuts, and more.
Download the app from your desktop browser. Then, open the app and scan
the QR code using the WhatsApp app on your phone (look for WhatsApp Web
menu under Settings).
Just like WhatsApp Web, the new desktop app lets you message with friends and family while your phone stays in your pocket.
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