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Feature Request: Optional Embedded WebView Runtime #5237

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@KiddoV

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.

Currently, Wails depends on the system WebView (e.g. WebView2 on Windows).
This works well in most cases, but creates issues when:

  • Target machines do not have WebView installed
  • Installing WebView is restricted (corporate / offline environments)
  • Users expect a zero-dependency executable

This results in extra setup steps or failed app launches.

Describe the solution you'd like

Add an optional build/runtime mode that allows developers to:

  • Bundle a WebView runtime with the application
  • Or ship a portable/runtime version alongside the app

Example:
wails build --embed-webview

Describe alternatives you've considered

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