A new vertical sidebar provides quick access to Chats, Status, Channels, Communities, Archive, and Starred Messages.
2.3000 respects system-wide dark mode settings, supports native notifications with inline replies on Windows 11 and macOS, and adds a system tray quick-reply window.
The most noticeable changes in this release are visual, focusing on a cleaner, more organized interface that mirrors the modern mobile app.
Building on the multi-device beta, 2.3000 allows up to six linked devices without requiring the phone to stay online. Each device maintains its own encrypted message store, synchronized via WhatsApp’s updated Signal Protocol implementation.
: Includes a built-in App Lock feature, requiring a password to view message contents and hiding notifications when locked.
WhatsApp version refers to a significant architectural shift where the WhatsApp Desktop app and WhatsApp Web converge. This version replaces the older Electron-based "Desktop" app with a new containerized version that mirrors the features of the Web client while maintaining desktop-specific optimizations. Key Features & Redesign
: This version is typically delivered as the standard update via the Microsoft Store or [Mac App Store](0.5.1, 0.5.15).