Messenger

Messaging for everyday conversations

Messenger is a communication app for one-to-one chats, group conversations, voice and video calls, and sharing photos, videos, links, and other files. It suits people who want to keep in touch with friends, family, workmates, or larger communities from one app. Accounts can connect people without relying only on phone numbers, which is useful for contacts spread across countries or social circles.

More than a chat window

The app supports HD photo sharing, shared albums, message editing, and unsending messages. It also includes chat themes, reactions, Stories, communities, and broadcast-style updates. These features make it practical for quick personal messages as well as ongoing group discussions, event coordination, and following updates from creators or organisations.

• Meta AI in chats: provides answers, suggestions, and creative help without switching apps.
• File sharing: useful for sending documents such as PDFs and spreadsheets alongside regular messages.
• Calls: supports live voice and video conversations within existing chats.
• Group tools: shared albums, larger communities, and broadcast channels give bigger conversations some structure.

What to expect

Messenger covers a wide range of communication needs, but that breadth also makes it busier than a basic texting app. Someone looking only for lightweight SMS-style messaging may find the extra sections and social features unnecessary. For users already connected to people through Meta’s services, however, the broad contact network is a central part of its usefulness.

At a glance

Developed by Meta Platforms, Inc., Messenger has a 4.71 rating from more than 110 million reviews and lists 5 billion-plus installs. Those figures point to a mature app with a very large user base, making it a strong choice when reaching many existing contacts matters more than keeping the experience minimal.