WhatsApp in Sidebar

Displays WhatsApp in the sidebar, provides customizable keyboard shortcut and toggle button.
What is WhatsApp in Sidebar?
"WhatsApp in Sidebar" is a Firefox extension that integrates the WhatsApp web app directly into the sidebar, offering customizable keyboard shortcuts and a toggle button for easy access. It allows users to conveniently chat on WhatsApp while browsing, and includes a guide to unlock the sidebar width for a better experience. This add-on is an independent project and not affiliated with WhatsApp or Meta.
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Rating: 3.46 (13)
Version: 2.1.2 (Last updated: 2024-04-26)
Creation date: 2023-03-07
Weekly download count: 567
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Size: 29.80K
URLs: Website

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Introduction
This Firefox Extension displays the WhatsApp within the Firefox sidebar. It adds a new section to the sidebar which contains the WhatsApp web app. It also provides a shortcut, and toggle button.

How to Use
Toggle the sidebar by pressing Alt+Shift+W. This shortcut can be changed by going to Add-ons -> WhatsApp in Sidebar -> Options. If you prefer buttons over shortcuts, there is a toolbar button you can press to toggle the sidebar.

How to Unlock Firefox Sidebar Width The sidebar's width is locked by default in Firefox. Unfortunately, the sidebar is very restricted and I can only do so much to enhance the functionality of this extension. I put together a step-by-step guide on how to unlock the sidebar width on my blog.

Acknowledgments
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Disclaimer
This extension is an independent project, has no relationship, and is not affiliated to WhatsApp or Meta in any way. This extension is primarily for personal use; a personal project if you will. This add-on only launches their web app in the sidebar.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works well for integration with WhatsApp
  • Very useful and convenient
  • Loved by users transitioning from Opera
Cons
  • Requires re-login every time the sidebar is closed
  • Sidebar does not overlay through browser tabs
  • Some users experience issues with a blank screen
Most mentioned
  • Re-login issue
  • Wishes for better integration similar to Opera
  • Overall positive experience from users transitioning from Opera
Recent reviews
Definitely a step in the right direction ir order to have the same experience as Opera. There's only 2 things I don't like about this extension: first, WhatsApp needs to log in my account everytime I close and open the side bar, so I can't get notifications when is closed thus forcing me to have the side bar always open, and second is that the side bar doesn't overlay through the browser tab so it moves/minimizes it content. I'm aware thoss issues are due to the nature of Firefox and how it deal's with sidebars so I know it has nothing to do with the developer of this extension, I hope one day we can get 1/1 the experience we have on Opera so I can totally move on from that buggy browser!
by Satsound, 2024-10-22
Doesnt work
by Pluto94, 2024-10-22
by Firefox user 14087782, 2024-10-06
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Risk impact

WhatsApp in Sidebar does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

WhatsApp in Sidebar is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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