Last updated: January 2026
What Is WebCatalog?
Modern knowledge workers live in browsers. Gmail, Slack, Notion, Linear, Figma—everything runs as a web app, which means everything competes for the same browser tabs. The result: dozens of pinned tabs, frequent context-switching, and the constant frustration of hunting for the right window.
WebCatalog offers an elegant solution. It wraps any website into its own standalone desktop application, complete with a dock icon, native notifications, and an isolated session. Instead of tabs, you get apps. Instead of chaos, you get organization.
The concept is simple, but the productivity impact compounds. Each web service becomes a distinct workspace you can Command-Tab between, with its own notification badges and independent login sessions.
Start using WebCatalog — it's free
Key Features Explained
Turn Any Website Into a Desktop App
With one click, WebCatalog converts any URL into a standalone desktop application running in its own sandbox. The app gets its own icon in your dock or taskbar, its own window, and its own notification handling.
Notifications pop up like native alerts rather than browser permission prompts. Dock badges show unread counts. You can pin apps to your taskbar alongside Outlook, Spotify, and other native applications.
This transforms web services into first-class desktop citizens—no more "which tab was Slack in?"
Spaces for Multi-Account Management
Need to manage work Gmail and personal Gmail? Agency clients across multiple platforms? Spaces create isolated profiles, each with its own cookies, browsing history, and login sessions.
Create a "Work" space and a "Personal" space, each signed into different accounts across every service. Switch between them with a keyboard shortcut. It's like running multiple browsers without the memory overhead.
Subspaces add another layer for truly complex multi-account setups—agency teams managing dozens of client accounts find this invaluable.
Built-In Privacy and Ad Blocking
WebCatalog ships with Ghostery-powered blocklists that eliminate banner ads, video ads, and tracking scripts. Toggle the blocker per app or per space based on your needs.
Browsing data stays local on your machine. Unlike some productivity tools, WebCatalog's business model is subscriptions, not data monetization. For broader security, see Bitdefender.
Start using WebCatalog — it's free
Cross-Platform Cloud Sync
Sign in on macOS at the office, Windows at home, and Linux on your personal machine. Your apps, spaces, and settings sync across every device automatically.
The cloud backup is optional but valuable when setting up new machines or recovering from hardware failures. Your entire WebCatalog configuration restores in minutes.
Power User Features
App Lock: Protect sensitive apps (banking, health records) behind a password or Touch ID/Face ID.
Location Services: Spoof your geographic location to test region-restricted content or access geo-blocked services.
Dark Mode Injector: Force dark mode on websites that don't natively support it. Your eyes thank you during late-night sessions.
Custom User Agents: Present as different browsers or devices for testing or accessing mobile-optimized sites.
Real-World Use Cases
Knowledge Workers
Professionals juggling multiple SaaS tools use WebCatalog to separate work applications into distinct, focusable windows rather than browser tab chaos.
Developers
Engineers create separate apps for different development environments—staging vs production dashboards, multiple cloud consoles, documentation sites that deserve dedicated windows.
Agency Teams
Marketing agencies managing multiple client accounts use Spaces to maintain separate login sessions for each client across every platform without constant sign-in/sign-out cycles.
Multi-Job Workers
Contractors with multiple clients or employees with side projects use Spaces to keep work completely separated—different Slacks, different emails, different contexts.
Pricing (2026)
See official pricing for current rates.
Basic (Free) — 2 desktop apps, 2 spaces, community support. Enough to test the concept.
Pro ($4/month, annual) — Unlimited apps, unlimited spaces, ad blocking, cloud sync, priority support. Best value for individuals.
Business ($6/user/month) — Shared app libraries, role-based permissions, centralized management.
Enterprise — Custom pricing. SAML SSO, dedicated account manager, custom deployment.
Pros and Cons
What We Like
Turn any website into a desktop app instantly
Multi-account support with Spaces eliminates sign-in friction
Built-in ad blocker and privacy protection
Cross-platform sync (macOS, Windows, Linux)
Generous free tier for evaluation
Power features like App Lock and location spoofing
What Could Be Better
Free tier limited to 2 apps
Electron-based apps use more RAM than equivalent browser tabs
Occasional antivirus false positives require whitelisting
Business features require paid plan
Some websites may detect and block wrapped apps
WebCatalog vs. Alternatives
vs. Franz/Ferdi: Franz focuses primarily on messaging apps. WebCatalog works with any website and offers Spaces for sophisticated multi-account management.
vs. Rambox: Rambox is similar in concept but WebCatalog has a cleaner interface, better cross-platform sync, and more actively maintained development.
vs. Browser Tabs: Tabs are free but chaotic. WebCatalog provides organization, native notifications, and dock presence that tabs can't match.
vs. Native Apps: Native apps are more polished when available, but many services don't offer them. WebCatalog fills gaps for web-only services.
vs. Browser Profiles: Chrome profiles help but still run in one browser. WebCatalog creates truly separate applications.
Tips for Best Results
Start with your most-used services: Convert Gmail, Slack, and your project management tool first. Feel the difference before expanding.
Use keyboard shortcuts: Learn the shortcuts for switching between apps and spaces—muscle memory makes the workflow seamless.
Organize with Spaces: Create Work and Personal spaces from the start. Separation pays dividends.
Enable ad blocking selectively: Some sites break with aggressive blocking. Toggle per-app as needed.
Download from official site only: Avoid antivirus false positives by using the official installer.
FAQ
Is WebCatalog really free?
Yes. The Basic plan costs nothing and has no time limit—it's not a trial. Upgrade only when you need more than 2 apps or spaces.
Does WebCatalog track my browsing?
No. Browsing history and passwords stay on your machine. Revenue comes from subscriptions, not data monetization.
Can I log into multiple accounts of the same service?
Yes. Create a space or subspace for each account. Switch between them with a keyboard shortcut—each maintains its own session.
Which operating systems are supported?
macOS, Windows, and Linux. Your license follows you across platforms with cloud sync.
What if my antivirus flags a WebCatalog app?
Occasionally the Electron wrapper structure triggers false positives. Download only from the official site and whitelist if needed.
Final Verdict
WebCatalog solves a real problem: the cognitive overhead of living in browser tabs. By converting web services into focused desktop applications, it brings order to digital chaos.
The free tier is generous enough to prove the concept. The Pro upgrade at $4/month is cheaper than a coffee for unlimited apps and spaces. For anyone drowning in browser tabs, WebCatalog deserves a test with your two most-used services.
