Facebook Messenger or Messenger, in short, is an American messaging app and platform developed by Facebook, Inc. Originally developed as Facebook Chat in 2008, the company revamped its messaging service in 2010, and subsequently released standalone iOS and Android apps in August 2011 and standalone Facebook Portal hardware for Messenger-based calling in Q4 2018. Later on, Facebook has launched a dedicated website interface (Messenger.com), and separated the messaging functionality from the main Facebook app, allowing users to use the web interface or download one of the standalone apps. In April 2020, Facebook officially released Messenger for Desktop, which is supported on Windows 10 and macOS and distributed on Microsoft Store and App Store respectively.
Users can send messages and exchange photos, videos, stickers, audio, and files, as well as react to other users' messages and interact with bots. The service also supports voice and video calling. The standalone apps support using multiple accounts, conversations with optional end-to-end encryption, and playing games.
Facebook Messenger for iPhone, iPad
free Facebook, Inc. Version: 276.0
App Category
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Social Networking
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Last Updated
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Aug 3 2020
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App Store App size
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82.84MB >
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Required iOS Version
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iOS 9.0+
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App Store Description
Be together whenever, with our all-in-one communication app, complete with unlimited text, voice, video calling and group video chat features.
VIDEO CALLS TO STAY CONNECTED
Keep your friends and family close with unlimited 1:1 and group video calls - filters optional :) Host group video calls with up to 8 people, with high-quality audio, high definition video, and interactive video features like face filters. Works across devices (smartphones and desktop).
UNLIMITED TEXT & PHONE CALLS
Skip exchanging phone numbers and 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.
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.
CUT DOWN GLARE WITH DARK MODE.
The dark mode is a sleek look that’s easy on the eyes, by switching the background from white to black.
SHARE PHOTOS AND VIDEOS - Capture the moment with the Messenger Camera, add a filter or doodle, then send to friends or share to Stories.
SEND MONEY SECURELY AND EASILY (within US only)
Send and receive money from friends in the app by adding your debit card or PayPal account.
SHARE YOUR LOCATION
Suggest a meeting spot or tell friends where you are by sharing your location with just a few taps.
CHAT WITH BUSINESSES
Easily connect with your favourite businesses to make reservations, get customer support, find deals and more.
Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy/ LEARN MORE about Messenger texting and group video chat at http://messenger.com
What is new in this version
App Lock is a new way to protect your chats from unwanted access. Opt in to use your device's face or fingerprint ID to unlock Messenger, so only you have access to your chats.