WebCord is an Electron-based client that places Discord’s web application inside a security-hardened desktop shell.
It does not reimplement or directly interact with the Discord API, allowing it to retain the service’s familiar interface and most web features. WebCord concentrates on privacy, permission management and Linux integration while providing workarounds for Electron, Chromium and Discord compatibility problems. It can block selected telemetry endpoints, disguise detectable web API modifications and restrict the resources Discord may load. Linux packages are available for several processor architectures. A major rewrite is underway, but the existing version continues to receive maintenance updates, dependency upgrades and targeted improvements such as better Wayland screen sharing.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Runs Discord’s web application inside a sandboxed Electron environment.
- Blocks Discord tracing, fingerprinting and selected telemetry requests.
- Provides granular controls for camera, microphone and notification permissions.
- Supports screen sharing and audio capture under compatible Wayland configurations.
- Offers tray integration with unread-message and mention indicators.
- Allows custom content-security policies to restrict loaded resources.
- Can suppress typing notifications and selected Discord API requests.
- Includes experimental custom styling and alternative Discord instance support.
- Provides update notifications, diagnostic reports and built-in documentation.
- Supports command-line flags and configurable desktop integration.
Website: github.com/SpacingBat3/WebCord
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Developer: SpacingBat3
License: MIT License
WebCord is written in TypeScript. Learn TypeScript with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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| Dorion | Lightweight client offering themes, plugins and useful tweaks |
| Equicord | Community-driven modification with a broad collection of plugins and tweaks |
| shelter | Plugin loader and modification framework offering fine-grained user control |
| moonlight | Extensible platform for plugins, themes and deep interface customisation |
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