Facebook Messenger

About

Facebook Messenger is a widely used instant messaging service and software application that originated from Facebook's internal messaging feature, Facebook Chat, launched in 2008. It evolved into a standalone mobile app in August 2011, allowing users to send messages, photos, and videos directly from their smartphones. Over the years, Messenger has expanded its features to include voice and video calls, group chats, and integrations with third-party apps. It supports multiple accounts and conversations with optional end-to-end encryption, enhancing user privacy and security. Today, Messenger boasts over 1 billion active users, offering a range of features such as Instant Games, chatbots, and location sharing. It also supports features like money transfers and transportation requests in certain regions. In recent updates, Messenger has introduced default end-to-end encryption for personal messages and calls, along with new privacy controls. This makes it a secure and versatile platform for both personal and professional communication, providing users with a seamless messaging experience across different devices.