Android Messages Desktop

Android Messages Desktop provides a native application that mirrors the Android Messages web interface on desktop operating systems, allowing users to send and receive SMS, MMS, and RCS messages without keeping a browser tab open. The client runs on macOS, Windows, and Linux, with installation options including Homebrew for macOS, Scoop for Windows, and AUR packages for Arch Linux. It is built with Electron and can be launched directly after downloading a release binary or by compiling from source.

The software targets users who prefer a dedicated desktop experience for their mobile messaging, especially those who want an iMessage‑like windowed interface. It is not affiliated with Google, and the Android trademark remains owned by Google LLC. The project is actively maintained, with continuous integration testing on Arch Linux and Windows, and the source code is available for contribution.

Installation is straightforward via platform‑specific package managers or manual download, and developers can set up a local environment using Node.js, Yarn, or the Devenv tool. The repository includes instructions for building, running, and submitting pull requests, encouraging community involvement to improve the codebase.