whatsapp@legacy ☆

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Description:
Legacy desktop client for WhatsApp

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 2.2437.54@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: messaging communication whatsapp chat legacy

Install: brew install --cask whatsapp@legacy

About:
WhatsApp Legacy provides a dedicated desktop interface for the WhatsApp messaging platform, optimized for older operating systems where the modern version may not be supported. It maintains access to core chat features including messaging, file sharing, and voice calls through a native application wrapper. This version serves users requiring compatibility with legacy macOS environments while retaining the essential functionality of the WhatsApp service.

Key Features:

Native desktop interface for WhatsApp Web
Compatibility with older operating systems
Desktop notifications and system integration
File sharing and media transfer capabilities

Use Cases:

Running WhatsApp on macOS versions incompatible with the latest client
Maintaining workflow continuity on older hardware
Desktop messaging without relying on a web browser

Alternatives:

WhatsApp – Modern version with latest features but requires newer OS
Franz – Multi-service messenger that supports WhatsApp alongside other platforms

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Aug 3, 2024 3:38pm	2.2430.53	0	VERSION_BUMP	fa6c5557
Jul 4, 2024 11:41am	2.2425.52	0	VERSION_BUMP	15b1e580