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opened 2026-02-15 20:16:52 -05:00 by yindo · 2 comments
yindo commented 2026-02-15 20:16:52 -05:00
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Originally created by @taigok on GitHub (Aug 16, 2025).

Bug Description

When installing and launching the application from https://github.com/open-webui/desktop/releases/tag/build-e7e54042, clicking "Continue" unintentionally opens the app in the browser instead of within the desktop application.

Steps to Reproduce

  1. Download the installer (macos-latest-arm64.dmg) from the above release and install it on an Apple M4 / macOS 15.6 environment
  2. Launch the app
  3. Click the "Continue" button
  4. The following screen is displayed:
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  1. "Installing..." is shown
  2. The app opens in the browser
    http://127.0.0.1:8080/auth?redirect=%2F
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Expected Behavior

The app should continue to run inside the desktop application, and should not open in the browser.

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Please let me know if further information is needed.

Originally created by @taigok on GitHub (Aug 16, 2025). ## Bug Description When installing and launching the application from https://github.com/open-webui/desktop/releases/tag/build-e7e54042, clicking "Continue" unintentionally opens the app in the browser instead of within the desktop application. ## Steps to Reproduce 1. Download the installer (macos-latest-arm64.dmg) from the above release and install it on an Apple M4 / macOS 15.6 environment 2. Launch the app 3. Click the "Continue" button 4. The following screen is displayed: <img alt="image1" width="1624" src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/4ae4aca0-27a9-4fd5-bdaf-5630cea1dde0" /> 5. "Installing..." is shown 6. The app opens in the browser http://127.0.0.1:8080/auth?redirect=%2F <img width="1469" height="694" alt="Image" src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/0e7f5b21-398d-409e-979d-0ea4f22006b0" /> <img width="812" height="612" alt="Image" src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/879bac73-ffcb-4f5c-a917-77b849551a27" /> ## Expected Behavior The app should continue to run inside the desktop application, and should not open in the browser. ## Additional Information Please let me know if further information is needed.
yindo commented 2026-02-15 20:16:53 -05:00
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@ccrvlh commented on GitHub (Sep 12, 2025):

I think this might be expected behavior? And maybe when they say "desktop" it basically means running the server on the desktop, rather than a desktop App?

One-Click Installation: Quickly and effortlessly install and set up Open WebUI with all its dependencies. This feature is fully functional and ready to make your setup a breeze.
Cross-Platform Support: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux to ensure broad accessibility.
Offline Capability: After initial setup, use the application completely offline for enhanced privacy and reliability.

Not sure, was super confused about this as well.

@ccrvlh commented on GitHub (Sep 12, 2025): I *think* this might be expected behavior? And maybe when they say "desktop" it basically means running the server on the desktop, rather than a desktop App? > One-Click Installation: Quickly and effortlessly install and set up Open WebUI with all its dependencies. This feature is fully functional and ready to make your setup a breeze. > Cross-Platform Support: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux to ensure broad accessibility. > Offline Capability: After initial setup, use the application completely offline for enhanced privacy and reliability. Not sure, was super confused about this as well.
yindo commented 2026-02-15 20:16:53 -05:00
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@andrejvysny commented on GitHub (Nov 5, 2025):

I think this might be expected behavior? And maybe when they say "desktop" it basically means running the server on the desktop, rather than a desktop App?

One-Click Installation: Quickly and effortlessly install and set up Open WebUI with all its dependencies. This feature is fully functional and ready to make your setup a breeze.
Cross-Platform Support: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux to ensure broad accessibility.
Offline Capability: After initial setup, use the application completely offline for enhanced privacy and reliability.

Not sure, was super confused about this as well.

@ccrvlh In my opinion if someone whats to run server it is better to run it via Docker. I think main goal of desktop app is to be able to use it as native application without need to open browser - similar to ChatGPT desktop or Claude desktop.

I have opened Draft PR where I have fixed this issue, it still needs some changes and review but it seems to work well.

PR: https://github.com/open-webui/desktop/pull/57

@andrejvysny commented on GitHub (Nov 5, 2025): > I _think_ this might be expected behavior? And maybe when they say "desktop" it basically means running the server on the desktop, rather than a desktop App? > > > One-Click Installation: Quickly and effortlessly install and set up Open WebUI with all its dependencies. This feature is fully functional and ready to make your setup a breeze. > > Cross-Platform Support: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux to ensure broad accessibility. > > Offline Capability: After initial setup, use the application completely offline for enhanced privacy and reliability. > > Not sure, was super confused about this as well. @ccrvlh In my opinion if someone whats to run server it is better to run it via Docker. I think main goal of desktop app is to be able to use it as native application without need to open browser - similar to ChatGPT desktop or Claude desktop. I have opened Draft PR where I have fixed this issue, it still needs some changes and review but it seems to work well. PR: https://github.com/open-webui/desktop/pull/57
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