Nativefier is an open-source command-line tool that turns any web page URL into a standalone Electron desktop application. It basically wraps the site in an Electron shell, making it behave like a native app.
- Quick and simple — no custom Electron code required.
- Works perfectly on Arch Linux (or any platform).
- Lets you customize the app’s icon, title, and window options.
- Great way to turn web tools or dashboards into desktop-like apps.
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Install Node.js and npm
sudo pacman -S nodejs npm -
Install Nativefier globally
npm install -g nativefier(run with sudo) -
Create your app using a website URL
nativefier "https://example.com"
Replace "https://example.com" with the website you want to convert.
Nativefier will automatically generate a folder with the standalone app executable.
- Run your new Electron app, itll be inside the folder, home directory if location isnt specified