WhatsApp Web Shows "Download WhatsApp for Mac" Screen

2 points cateye | 3 comments | 04 Nov 25 14:17 UTC | HN request time: 0.659s | source

When opening WhatsApp Web in Chrome on macOS, the sidebar and interface still load, but the chat area is replaced with a “Download WhatsApp for Mac” prompt.

It’s unclear if this is a bug or a gradual move away from web access, but it effectively prevents using chats in the browser.

1. TiredOfLife ◴[04 Nov 25 14:28 UTC] No.45811422[source]▶
It is down also in Firefox and Chrome
replies(1): >>45811725 #
2. cateye ◴[04 Nov 25 14:58 UTC] No.45811725[source]▶
Unclear if this is actually intended or just a temporary malfunction.

It feels like they might be pushing users to the Mac app, but there’s no official communication about it yet.

That’s why I posted it here on HN, hoping someone knows more.