Hide or show the chat sidebar on WhatsApp Web with a single click.
Users
339
+25 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
6
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#51K
#43K among extensions
Version
3.2
updated 3 Jun 2026
Users
monthly, 3 years
Latest, 16 Oct 2026:339 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 3 years
Latest, 16 Oct 2026:6 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Hide WhatsApp Web Chats
With WhatsApp Web Sidebar Toggle, you can quickly hide or display the left chat sidebar or chat list to focus on the conversation that matters. Perfect for reducing distractions or protecting your privacy when using WhatsApp Web in public or shared spaces.
🔒 Privacy and Focus
Hide chat previews, chats and the sidebar to avoid distractions and keep your conversations private.
⚡ Quick Keyboard Shortcut
Use ALT + W to instantly hide or show the chat sidebar on WhatsApp Web.
🧠 ADHD-Friendly Design
Designed to reduce visual distractions and help maintain focus while using WhatsApp Web.
Key Features:
• Hide or show the WhatsApp Web chat sidebar instantly
• Hide the chat list to focus on a single conversation
• Simple toggle button in the extension menu
• Keyboard shortcut (ALT + W) for fast access
• Lightweight and distraction-free design
Privacy and Security:
This extension does not collect any data about you or your messages. Everything runs locally in your browser.
License:
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
Disclaimer:
WhatsApp is a trademark of WhatsApp Inc. This extension is an independent project and is not affiliated with WhatsApp Inc.