🏆 MNS – Perfex CRM Application for MacOS, Windows & Linux

Turn your Perfex CRM installation into a native desktop application for MacOS, Windows and Linux—delivering desktop notifications, seamless access and cross-platform convenience.

🚀 Overview

The MNS desktop application wraps your existing Perfex CRM instance in a native application shell built for MacOS, Windows and Linux. This gives teams more confidence, faster access and better usability compared to a browser tab. It’s ideal for agencies, startups or companies relying on Perfex CRM daily and seeking a streamlined desktop experience. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Real-world uses: running Perfex as a dedicated app with one-click launch, receiving native desktop notifications on tasks/messages, providing a branded installer for users.

Target users: Businesses already using Perfex CRM who want a native desktop app version for their team members (Mac/Windows/Linux) to simplify workflow.

✨ Key Features

• Cross-Platform Desktop Support: Installable on MacOS, Windows and Linux. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Native Desktop Notifications: Get alerts for new tasks, messages, invoices etc., directly via the OS notification system. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• One-Click Installer: Easy setup with OS-appropriate installer formats (.dmg for Mac, .exe for Windows, .AppImage/.deb for Linux). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Offline App Shell: While still connecting online to Perfex, the app preserves window state, OS shortcuts, and can function as a dedicated client. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Customisable Appearance: Change application icon, name, menu items, hide UI elements via config—ideal for branding. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Secure Login & Access: Users log in via their Perfex credentials; this is simply a front-end wrapper, using the same backend security of Perfex CRM. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Consistent Perfex Experience: All modules (clients, projects, invoices, support, leads) remain accessible—just in a desktop wrapper. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

⚙️ Technical Stack

• Wrapper Technology: Electron (Node.js) for cross-platform desktop application. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Frontend Shell: HTML5/CSS/JS, with configuration files (config.js, menu-config.js) to customise window behaviour and branding. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Backend Requirements: Your existing Perfex CRM installation (PHP/CodeIgniter + MySQL) remains unchanged—this is a front-end app connecting to that URL. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
• Supported Platforms:
  • MacOS (64-bit) – from macOS 10.10+ :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
  • Windows – Windows 7 and later :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
  • Linux – AppImage/.deb support, built with Electron for multiple distros. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
• Security & Updates: The app leverages your secured Perfex CRM login and sessions; updates to the wrapper are provided by the vendor for compatibility. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Download: Obtain the MNS installer package for your OS from vendor/marketplace. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
2. Run Installer: MacOS: open .dmg and drag to Applications; Windows: run .exe; Linux: install .AppImage or .deb as appropriate. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
3. Configure: Launch application, changed config.js to set your Perfex CRM URL (e.g., websiteUrl in config) and optionally customise appName/icon. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
4. Login: Use your existing Perfex CRM credentials in the app to access all your modules. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
5. Enable Notifications: When prompted, allow desktop notifications so you receive alerts for tasks/messages. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
6. Deploy to Team: Distribute installer to all required users; each user installs and signs in to your Perfex CRM instance.

📦 Deliverables

• Desktop installer (.dmg, .exe, .AppImage/.deb) for MacOS, Windows, Linux.
• Source/template of the Electron wrapper (config files, icons, menu scripts) if vendor provides. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
• Documentation for installer, configuration, and custom branding (icon/name/menu). :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}
• Free updates (as per vendor policy) and support for compatibility with new OS versions. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}

📱 Supported Platforms

• Desktop OS: MacOS, Windows, Linux (x64) – native installers.
• Backend: Existing Perfex CRM installation (hosted online or locally) which the app connects to.
• Browser fallback: Users still can access Perfex CRM via browser if needed; app is an enhanced UI.

🧠 Notes

• License: MNS Application is offered under GPL license according to vendor listing, enabling wide reuse (verify version). :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}
• Customization: You can change the App name, icon, window size, menu items by editing config.js and menu-config.js as documented. :contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}
• Dependency: Requires an active Perfex CRM instance; it is not a standalone CRM. :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}
• SEO & Branding Tip: Using a native desktop app does not affect website SEO, but you can brand your internal CRM launch icon and name to match your company identity.

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

Developed by the provider listed on CodeCanyon (see listing: https://codecanyon.net/item/mns-perfex-crm-application-for-macos-windows-linux/28734726) :contentReference[oaicite:28]{index=28}

🔒 Disclaimer

This application is a wrapper front-end for Perfex CRM and does not alter Perfex’s core business logic or database. Users should ensure they remain compliant with Perfex CRM license, OS updates and secure distribution practices. The author/distributor is not responsible for your OS-specific deployments or custom branding issues.