WhatsApp 2.26.45.13 for Mac

Mac Utilities

Updated Aug 1, 2026

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WhatsApp for Mac brings your chats to the big screen of your computer. It is made for people who already use WhatsApp on their phone and want to type with a real keyboard, read long chats with ease and share files from their Mac while they work, study or relax at home.

Key Features

• Send and receive messages from your Mac with a full keyboard
• Make voice calls and video calls with friends and family
• Share photos, videos and documents straight from your computer
• Keep chats in sync between your phone and your Mac
• See desktop alerts when a new message arrives
• Search old chats to find a message, photo or link again

How to Download

1. Use the download button on this page or visit Download from the official site to get the Mac app.
2. Open the downloaded file and move WhatsApp into your Applications folder.
3. Open WhatsApp on your Mac and link it to the WhatsApp account on your phone.

System Requirements

The Mac App Store listing for WhatsApp states that the Mac app needs macOS 12.1 or later.

FAQs

Do I need a phone to use WhatsApp on Mac?

Yes. Your WhatsApp account starts on your phone, and the Mac app works as a linked companion to that account.

Is WhatsApp for Mac free?

Yes. The Mac app is free to download and use with your existing WhatsApp account.

Can I use WhatsApp on my phone and Mac together?

Yes. You can chat on both at the same time, and your messages stay in sync across the two devices.