yakyak
About yakyak
Yakyak is a desktop client for Google Hangouts, providing an alternative interface to the web-based service. It allows users to send and receive messages through Google Hangouts without using a browser.
The software supports basic chat functionality along with additional features like SMS/MMS messaging for Project Fi or Google Voice users. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Google, and may appear as an iOS device during authentication.
Key features
- Send and receive chat messages
- Support for SMS/MMS via Project Fi or Google Voice
- Create, rename, or modify group conversations
- Native OS notifications with toggle options
- Image upload via drag-drop or attachment button
- Inline image display in conversations
- Presence and typing indicators
- Multiple language translations available
Download v1.5.11.5
Jun 30, 2021WindowsWindows
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Frequently asked questions
- Is yakyak free?
- Yes. yakyak is free and open-source software, distributed under the MIT license.
- Which platforms does yakyak support?
- yakyak provides downloads for Windows, macOS, Linux.
- What is the latest version of yakyak?
- The latest version is v1.5.11.5, released on Jun 30, 2021.
- What platforms does Yakyak support?
- Yakyak provides prebuilt binaries for macOS, Linux (32-bit and 64-bit), and Windows (32-bit and 64-bit).
- Why does Yakyak show up as an iOS device?
- As an unofficial client, Yakyak mimics iOS device behavior to communicate with Google Hangouts APIs, which may trigger security alerts from Google.
- How can I contribute to Yakyak development?
- Contributions are welcome for core functionality, interface improvements, bug fixes, or translations. The project uses CoffeeScript and Node.js, with development instructions provided in the README.
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