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{{Short description|Instant messaging app}}
'''Facebook Messenger''' is a free instant messaging (IM) app and platform developed by [[Meta Platforms]]. Initially released in 2011, Messenger evolved from Facebook's in-app messaging feature into a standalone application. It allows users to send text messages, voice messages, photos, videos, and files, as well as make voice and video calls. Messenger is available on iOS, Android, and desktop platforms.

== History ==
Messenger originated as Facebook Chat in 2008. In 2011, Facebook revamped the service and launched it as a standalone app named Messenger.<ref>{{cite web |title=The Evolution of Facebook Messenger |url=https://www.theverge.com/2011/08/09/facebook-messenger-evolution/ |website=The Verge |access-date=12 December 2024}}</ref>

Messenger introduced several features over the years, including group chats, stickers, and integrations with other apps. In 2014, Facebook separated Messenger from the main Facebook app, requiring users to download it as a separate application.<ref>{{cite web |title=Why Facebook Made Messenger a Standalone App |url=https://www.wired.com/story/facebook-messenger-standalone-app/ |website=Wired |access-date=12 December 2024}}</ref>

== Features ==

=== Messaging and Media Sharing ===
Messenger enables users to send text messages, voice recordings, photos, videos, and other multimedia files. The app supports group chats with enhanced management tools such as polls and mentions.

=== Voice and Video Calls ===
Messenger offers free voice and video calling over the internet. Group video calls can include up to 50 participants using the Messenger Rooms feature.<ref>{{cite web |title=Messenger Rooms: Facebook's Answer to Zoom |url=https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/messenger-rooms-feature/ |website=CNET |access-date=12 December 2024}}</ref>

=== End-to-End Encryption ===
The app began rolling out end-to-end encryption for its messaging services in 2016, providing additional security for private conversations.<ref>{{cite web |title=End-to-End Encryption in Messenger |url=https://www.engadget.com/2021/08/13/facebook-messenger-encryption/ |website=Engadget |access-date=12 December 2024}}</ref>

=== Integration with Other Platforms ===
Messenger integrates with Facebook, Instagram, and Portal devices. It allows cross-platform messaging between Facebook and Instagram users.<ref>{{cite web |title=Facebook Messenger and Instagram Integration |url=https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/09/30/facebook-instagram-integration/ |website=The Guardian |access-date=12 December 2024}}</ref>

== Privacy and Controversies ==
Messenger has faced criticism for its data collection practices and lack of default encryption for all chats. These concerns have led to increased scrutiny and regulatory investigations in several regions.<ref>{{cite web |title=Facebook Messenger Privacy Concerns |url=https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-52978933 |website=BBC |access-date=12 December 2024}}</ref>

== Global Reach ==
As of 2024, Facebook Messenger has over 1.3 billion monthly active users worldwide, making it one of the most popular messaging apps globally.<ref>{{cite web |title=Messenger User Statistics 2024 |url=https://www.statista.com/statistics/293303/number-of-monthly-active-facebook-messenger-users/ |website=Statista |access-date=12 December 2024}}</ref>

== See Also ==
* [[Meta Platforms]]
* [[WhatsApp]]
* [[Signal (software)]]
* [[Telegram (software)]]

== References ==
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Samiul at 11:01, 12 December 2024

Takib: Takib moved page Facebook Messenger to Messenger