Messenger Be together whenever with our free* all-in-one communication app. It includes unlimited text, voice, and video calling, plus group video chat features.
What Is Messenger?
Messenger, also known as Facebook Messenger, is an American instant messaging app and platform. Meta Platforms developed it.
What is the Messenger used for?
People use Messenger to send messages. They also use it to exchange photos, videos, stickers, audio, and files. Users can also react to other users’ messages and interact with bots. The service also supports voice and video calling.
What is Messenger in short?
Messenger refers to the messaging platform developed by Facebook. It allows users to communicate with their networks and audiences through messages and calls. A messenger app is an internet-based application. It facilitates two or more individuals to communicate privately with one another.
What is the difference between Facebook and Messenger?
Facebook is a social media network. It owns Messenger, an instant messaging platform. There are things you can do on FB that you can’t do on Messenger. Messenger is part of FB. If you’re on FB you can “message” a friend who’s on live and chat with them.
What is it called Messenger?
The word “messenger” comes from the Latin root of “message,” which is “missus.” It means “a sending away,” and is the past participle of “mittere,” which means “send.”
Is Messenger a social media?
Messenger is a social messaging app attached to Facebook. It currently has 1.3 billion users, making it one of the most popular messaging apps. Originally, Messenger started as a feature included in Facebook’s interface. You needed to be in the Facebook app to access your messages.
Is Messenger private?
Since 2016, Messenger has had the option for people to turn on end-to-end encryption. Now, we’re changing private chats and calls across Messenger. They’ll be end-to-end encrypted by default. This has taken years to deliver because we’ve taken our time to get this right.
Who created Messenger?
Facebook Messenger is an American messaging app and platform developed by Meta, Inc. It was originally developed as Facebook Chat in 2008. In 2010, the company revamped its messaging service.
Does Messenger work without Facebook?
You can keep using Messenger after you deactivate your Facebook account. If you had a Facebook account and deactivated it, using Messenger won’t reactivate your Facebook account. Your Facebook friends can still message you.
Privacy Settings
With the new privacy settings, you can choose who can reach you and where your messages are delivered.
Custom Reactions
Are you lost for words? You can customize your reactions, with lots more emojis to choose from.
Chat Themes
Choose from fun themes and colors, like Tie-Dye or Love, to make your chats more personal.
Watch Together
Watch videos, TV shows, and movies with your friends over Messenger Video Chat and Rooms when you can’t be together. Capture every moment and reaction in real time.
Free* Video Calls to Stay Connected
Keep your friends and family close with unlimited live video chatting. Host group video calls with up to 8 people. Enjoy high-quality audio, high-definition video, and interactive video features like face filters.
Unlimited Free* Text & Phone Calls
Skip exchanging phone numbers. Simply send a message to your Facebook friends, even if they’re across the world. Enjoy high-quality voice and text messaging on mobile, tablet, and desktop.
Turn off the Lights in Dark Mode
Give your eyes some rest with a sleek new look that darkens the colors of the chat interface.
Record and Send Voice and Video Messages
When text just won’t cut it, just hit record and send. Say, sing, show, or shout it out loud.
Express Yourself With Stickers, GIFs, and Emojis
Use custom stickers to show your creative side. You can even add effects and filters to video calls.
Send Files, Photos, and Videos
There’s no limit to the number of files you want to share with your friends.
Plan and Make It Happen
Make plans to get together with polls and more. Suggest a meeting spot. Or tell friends where you are by sharing your location with a few taps.
Send and Request Money With No Fees
Send and receive money securely and quickly in the app. Split payments in group chats to share rent, travel, and other expenses. Start sending money to friends and family by adding your debit card. You can also use your PayPal account (fees may apply) or a prepaid card. Only available in the US.
Chat With Businesses
Easily connect with your favorite businesses. Make reservations, get customer support, find deals, and more.
Compatible Across Platforms
Chat with friends across an array of devices, like desktop, Portal, and others. Learn more about Messenger texting and group video chat at: http://messenger.com. Some Messenger features may not be available in your country or region. Data rates apply. Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy/
