The simplest method requires no installation at all. This is the best choice if you want to save disk space and avoid third-party software. Open your browser (Firefox, Chrome, or Brave). Visit whatsapp.com. Open WhatsApp on your phone. Tap or Menu and select Linked Devices . Scan the QR code on your monitor.
If you need the actual mobile version of WhatsApp (to make calls or use features not available on Web/Desktop), you can use an emulator like or Waydroid .
To get started right now, just run: sudo snap install whatsapp-for-linux
WhatsApp may occasionally flag accounts running on emulators, so use this method with caution. Which Method Should You Choose? WhatsApp Web Snap/Flatpak Aggregators (Franz) Ease of Use Notifications Browser-based Native Desktop Native Desktop System Load Multiple Accounts
You can "install" this as a Progressive Web App (PWA) in Chrome or Edge by clicking the "Install" icon in the address bar. This gives you a desktop shortcut and a standalone window. 2. Using Snap Store (WhatsApp-for-Linux)
It requires a bit more technical setup but offers a near-native performance.