# Darkify WhatsApp Web

> Change WhatsApp web to dark theme by adding 'dark' class to body element

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/darkify-whatsapp-web](https://chrome-stats.com/d/darkify-whatsapp-web)

## Overview

- **ID:** `darkify-whatsapp-web`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Karthik D
- **Category:** appearance
- **Daily users:** 46
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** 2020-05-18
- **First published:** 2020-05-18
- **Size:** 8.15 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/darkify-whatsapp-web/)
- **Website:** [https://kdnanmaga.me](https://kdnanmaga.me/)

## Description

Darkify WhatsApp Web is a lightweight Chrome extension that transforms the appearance of WhatsApp Web by applying a dark theme. It works by simply adding a 'dark' class to the body element, providing users with a visually comfortable dark mode experience that reduces eye strain during prolonged use.

This extension is completely open-source, allowing developers and users to contribute or adapt the tool if needed. Its straightforward implementation ensures minimal impact on performance while enhancing the user interface of WhatsApp Web. Explore the source code and contribute at [GitHub](https://github.com/kdnanmaga/darkify-whatsapp-web).

## Rankings

- #16,925 — Overall
- #32 — whatsapp
- #121 — app

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `activeTab`

### Content script matches

- `web.whatsapp.com`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Request access to the following domains: whatsapp.com
- This extension website URL may be invalid

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/darkify-whatsapp-web)