#What is wallhaven-desktop?

wallhaven-desktop is a free, open-source desktop application developed by ErKeLost, designed to help users browse, download, and set high-quality wallpapers from Wallhaven.cc. Its primary goal is to provide a true wallpaper software experience, targeting enthusiasts who want curated, dynamic desktop backgrounds. Built with Farm (Rust-based frontend framework), Tauri (lightweight desktop app framework), React 19, and Shadcn UI, it leverages the Wallhaven API to fetch wallpapers, with a Cloudflare proxy and local network requests to ensure access within restricted regions (e.g., China). It offers a modern, responsive interface for seamless wallpaper management. For wallpaper lovers, wallhaven-desktop is a perfect fit, combining open-source flexibility with a polished UI powered by Shadcn UI.

#Features ⚡️

• Wallpaper Browsing: Access Wallhaven.cc’s high-quality wallpapers via API.

• Proxy Support: Cloudflare and local proxy for unrestricted access

• Modern UI: Responsive interface with Shadcn UI components.

• Cross-Platform: Built with Tauri for macOS, Windows, and Linux support.

• Type Safety: React 19 and TypeScript ensure robust development.

• Tailwind CSS: Utility-first styling with CSS variables for customization.

#Pros and Cons

#✅ Pros

• Free and Open-Source: MIT license allows unrestricted use and contributions.

• Proxy Access: Bypasses regional restrictions for seamless wallpaper retrieval.

• Modern Stack: Farm, Tauri, React 19, and Shadcn UI ensure performance and style.

• Cross-Platform: Supports multiple operating systems via Tauri.

• Community Potential: GitHub-hosted for collaborative development.

• Customizable: Tailwind CSS and Shadcn UI enable easy UI tweaks.

#⚠️ Cons

• macOS Setup Issue: Installation may trigger “damaged” warning, requiring CLI workaround

• Limited API Scope: Currently proxies only wallpaper services, with plans for other endpoints.

• Early Development: May lack polish or advanced features as a new project.

• Learning Curve: Requires familiarity with Tauri, Farm, and Shadcn UI for contributions.

• No API Key Setup: Unlike some Wallhaven clients, no clear API key configuration guide.

• Niche Focus: Limited to Wallhaven.cc wallpapers, excluding other sources.

#Included Components - Templates

wallhaven-desktop provides a variety of wallpaper management features:

• Wallpaper Gallery: Browse and preview Wallhaven wallpapers.

• Download Manager: Save wallpapers locally via API calls.

• Settings Panel: Configure proxy and UI preferences (inferred).

• UI Components: Shadcn UI-powered buttons, modals, and cards.

#Pricing 💵

wallhaven-desktop operates on a Free model:

• Free Access: Fully open-source under MIT license, no costs for usage or distribution.

• No Pro Version: No premium features or paid tiers mentioned.

• Additional Costs: Potential internet or hosting costs for developers; macOS users may need CLI knowledge for setup.

#Integrations 🧰

wallhaven-desktop integrates with:

• Wallhaven API: Fetches wallpapers via proxy

• Tauri: Lightweight framework for cross-platform desktop apps.

• React 19: Core frontend framework for UI development.

• Shadcn UI: Accessible, customizable UI components.

• Tailwind CSS: Utility-first styling with CSS variables (nyxbui.json).

• Farm: Rust-based frontend for performance.