WhatsApp (old)
WhatsApp is Meta's popular free messaging and calling application that allows users to send text messages, voice messages, photos, videos, and documents, as well as make voice and video calls. With over 2 billion users worldwide, it's one of the most widely used communication platforms for staying in touch with friends, family, and colleagues. The desktop version syncs with your phone to provide a convenient way to use WhatsApp on your Mac while working. It supports end-to-end encryption for secure messaging and works across different devices and platforms.
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1 suggestionWhatsApp has released a new native Apple Silicon version of their Mac app. Meta discontinued the old Electron-based Intel version (which you're currently using) and replaced it with a completely rebuilt app using Apple's Catalyst framework. The new version offers better performance, lower resource usage, and native Apple Silicon support. You should download the latest version directly from WhatsApp's official website or the Mac App Store. Your chat history and settings should transfer over when you install the new version, but make sure to back up important conversations before switching.
Native version · Reported by in the community.
This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
Sighting data is community-sourced — version availability and pricing should be verified with the developer.
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