The official download for the Messenger client on the Windows desktop that can setup chats and video conferencing with Facebook friends along with groups of people; from the Microsoft app store.
Facebook Messenger is a freeware Facebook messenger app and I.M. client, developed by META for Windows. It's pretty modern.
It is capable of connecting to online services such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Telegram and WhatsApp.
The download has been tested by an editor here on a PC and a list of features has been compiled; see below.
Free and high-quality video and text chatting from Facebook
Messenger for Desktop is a desktop app that lets you use Messenger on your Windows or Mac computer.
Messenger allows one-on-one meetings or bring the whole group together with free, high-quality voice and video chat features. It can host up to 50 people with no time limits.
Other features include low light and dark mode, stickers with GIFs and emojis and quick access to most Messenger features from the Windows Desktop.
This app is only available from the Microsoft Store.
Features of Facebook Messenger
- Bot Shop: Discover bots to help with tasks, get news and more.
- Business Tools: Connect with customers, get their feedback and answer questions.
- Chats Archive: Archive conversations so you can focus on the most important ones.
- Chatting: Instantly message friends and family with text, photos, videos and voice messages.
- Conversation Shortcuts: Quickly send messages to frequently contacted people with one tap.
- Customize Messages: Customize messages with colors, text and emojis.
- Dark Mode: Keep night time conversations comfortable with dark mode.
- Express Yourself: Send emojis, stickers and GIFs to express your feelings.
- Group Conversations: Create groups for the people you message most.
- Payment System: Easily send and receive money from friends within Messenger.
- Play Games: Challenge friends to play games like basketball and chess.
- Reminders: Set reminders for yourself and others to stay organized.
- Share Location: Share your location with friends and family in real-time.
- Social Network Integration: Share posts, photos and videos from other social networks.
- Voice & Video Calling: Free high quality voice and video calls to anyone, anywhere.
Compatibility and License
Facebook Messenger is provided under a freeware license on Windows from instant messaging software with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 2000.12.217.0 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can Facebook Messenger run on?
Facebook Messenger can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
Other operating systems: The latest Facebook Messenger version from 2024 is also available for Android, Mac and iPhone. These are often available from the app store.
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