Instantly reach the people in your life—for free. Messenger is just like texting, but you don't have to pay for every message (it works with your data plan).
Facebook Messenger launches
Launch date

Messenger Desktop App Facebook's desktop app for group video calls and chats
Launched on April 2nd, 2020


Messenger Coronavirus Community Hub Stay connected and informed about coronavirus, by Facebook.
Launched on March 27th, 2020


Instant Video on Facebook Messenger Seamlessly add live video when you & a friend are active
Launched on September 1st, 2016

Group Calling for Facebook Messenger Hear the voices of your whole family with Facebook Messenger
Launched on April 21st, 2016

Facebook Messenger Dark Theme A Chrome extension for using Messenger.com at night
Launched on October 1st, 2015



Business on Messenger Have personal, real-time conversations with your customers.
Launched on March 25th, 2015