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fluid · v2.1.2
2
6.0
Tool to turn a website into a desktop app
brew install --cask fluid 19
30-day installs
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90-day installs
330
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Install trend
Trust Score 2/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Fluid allows users to turn any website into a desktop application, offering a seamless experience for frequent website visitors. It is particularly beneficial for those who want to access web apps like Gmail or Twitter without relying on a browser, providing a lightweight and integrated macOS experience.
Fluid converts websites into desktop applications, allowing them to be used like native apps.
Maturity: Fluid appears stable with version 2.1.2, though it lacks auto-updates and has moderate recent installs.
Community: No direct community discussion about the Fluid app was found, though there are mentions of fluid simulations on Hacker News.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient for accessing web apps
- + Good macOS integration with features like app switching
- + Customizable URLs and keyboard shortcuts
Cons
- - No auto-update feature requiring manual checks
- - Limited customization options and features
Community Mentions
hackernews
Sep 2025 Fluid Glass
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May 2019 WebGL Fluid Simulation
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Feb 2012 ASCII interactive fluid animation
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown