# Franz 5 [](https://ci.appveyor.com/project/adlk/franz/branch/master) [](https://travis-ci.com/meetfranz/franz) [](https://meetfranz.com/payment.html) Messaging app for WhatsApp, Slack, Telegram, HipChat, Hangouts and many many more. ## [Download Franz](https://www.meetfranz.com) 👉 www.meetfranz.com ### Or use homebrew (macOS only) `$ brew cask install franz` (Don't know homebrew? [brew.sh](https://brew.sh/)) ## Development ### Preparations #### Install Linux OS dependencies [Guide: Linux distribution specific dependencies](docs/linux.md) #### Fix native modules to match current electron node version ```bash $ npm run rebuild ``` ### Install dependencies Run the following command to install all dependencies, and link sibling modules with Franz. ```bash $ npx lerna bootstrap ``` If you previously ran `npm install` it sometimes is necessary to delete your `node_modules` folder before running `npx lerna bootstrap`. ### Run Franz Development App Run these two commands __simultaneously__ in different console tabs. ```bash $ npm run dev $ npm run start ``` Be aware that the development database will be reset regularly. ## Packaging ```bash $ npm run build ``` ## How can I support the project? If you have found a bug that hasn't been reported yet or want to request a new feature, please open a new issue. ## I need help? Join the Franz community on [Slack](http://slack.franz.im) and get in touch with us. ## Create your own plugins/recipes You can find all the Information at the [Plugins repository](https://github.com/meetfranz/plugins). For questions feel free to ask in the [community Slack](http://slack.franz.im) ## License Franz 5 is open-source licensed under the Apache-2.0 License.