nativefier ☆

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Description:
Wrap web apps natively

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 52.0.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 24, 2025

Links: Homepage | GitHub | formulae.brew.sh

Stars: 35,337 | Forks: 2,253 | Language: TypeScript | Category: Developer tools

Tags: electron desktop-app web-wrapper cli productivity

Install: brew install nativefier

About:
Nativefier is a command-line tool that converts any web page into a standalone desktop application using Electron. It wraps web apps with a native executable, providing features like custom icons, window sizing, and menu bar integration. Its main value is enabling users to run web services as separate, focused desktop apps without needing a browser.

Key Features:

Converts websites into desktop executables
Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows, Linux)
Customizable window options and icons
Command-line interface for automation
Lightweight wrapper using Electron

Use Cases:

Creating a dedicated desktop app for a web-based tool like Gmail or Notion
Running internal web dashboards as standalone applications for kiosks or focused work

Alternatives:

Electron – Nativefier is a higher-level tool built on Electron, simplifying app creation without coding.
Web2Desk – Similar web-to-desktop wrapper, but Nativefier is open-source and CLI-focused.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Dec 24, 2025 9:55pm	52.0.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	64d28d5e