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Description:
Tool to turn a website into a desktop app
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.1.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: productivity web-app desktop macos utility
Install: brew install --cask fluid
About:
Fluid is a specialized application that allows users to convert any website into a standalone desktop application for macOS. It runs websites in a streamlined, chromeless window, effectively treating them as native apps. This tool is particularly valuable for isolating web apps from the clutter of a standard browser environment.
Key Features:
  • Runs websites as standalone desktop apps
  • Notification center integration for web alerts
  • Per-app cookie storage for isolated sessions
  • Customizable app icons and names
Use Cases:
  • Creating a dedicated desktop client for web-based email like Gmail
  • Isolating work tools like Trello or Slack from personal browsing
  • Running legacy web applications in a stable environment
Alternatives:
  • Epichrome – Open-source alternative that uses Chrome's underlying engine
  • Electron – Framework for developers to build apps, requires technical knowledge
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 11:39am 2.1.2 0 VERSION_BUMP d54e30ce
Mar 24, 2023 10:59pm 2.1.2 0 VERSION_BUMP dcff768a
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