How to install the Zapext Chrome extension
A complete guide to installing Zapext in Chrome in under 2 minutes: download, permissions, connecting to WhatsApp Web and your first login.
Installing Zapext in Chrome takes less than 2 minutes. This tutorial walks you through every click, from downloading it to your first conversation inside WhatsApp Web.
Requirements
- A computer with an up-to-date version of Chrome, Edge, Brave or another Chromium-based browser.
- WhatsApp installed and active on your phone (you must be logged in).
- A stable internet connection.
Step by step
1. Open the extension page
Go to the Chrome Web Store and search for Zapext. Or use the link on our website: zapext.com → “Install free” button.
2. Click “Add to Chrome”
On the extension's Chrome Web Store page, click the blue “Add to Chrome” button (the wording follows your browser's language).
3. Confirm the permissions
Chrome will ask you to confirm:
- “Read and change your data on web.whatsapp.com” — needed for the extension to work inside WhatsApp Web.
- “Local storage” — to save your data (Kanban, quick replies, etc.) locally on your computer.
Click “Add extension”.
4. Check the installation
The green Zapext icon appears in the top-right corner of Chrome. If it does not, click the puzzle-piece icon and pin Zapext to the toolbar.
5. Open WhatsApp Web
Visit web.whatsapp.com. The usual QR code page appears. On your phone: Menu (⋮) → Linked devices → Link a device. Scan the QR code.
6. Create your Zapext account
After connecting WhatsApp, the Zapext sidebar appears. Click “Create free account”. Enter your email and password. There is a 7-day unconditional money-back guarantee — if you do not like it, simply cancel.
7. Take the quick tour
When you first open Zapext, it shows a 60-second tour of the main features: Kanban CRM, quick replies, bulk messaging, chatbot and scheduling. Take the tour — it is worth it.
Troubleshooting common problems
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| The icon does not appear | Update Chrome (Menu → Help → About Google Chrome) and reinstall the extension. |
| The QR code does not load | Disconnect other linked WhatsApp devices and try again. |
| The sidebar does not open | Reload web.whatsapp.com (F5). |
| “Extension disabled” | Go to chrome://extensions and enable Zapext. |
| Antivirus blocks it | Add zapext.com and the Chrome Web Store to your allowlist. |
Next steps
Questions? Contact our support team on WhatsApp. We are online during business hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is installation free?
Yes. Installing the extension is free. Zapext offers a 7-day money-back guarantee on any paid plan.
Does it work in browsers other than Chrome?
It works in Chromium-based browsers: Edge, Brave, Opera and Vivaldi. Firefox and Safari are not supported yet.
Do I need administrator privileges on my computer?
No. It installs like any other Chrome extension, without an administrator password.
Can I install it on multiple computers?
Yes. The same Zapext account works on up to 4 computers simultaneously with the Plus plan.
How do I uninstall it?
Go to chrome://extensions, find Zapext and click “Remove”. Local data is deleted automatically.