In a bit of sad internet news, Meta has decided to axe the Facebook Messenger app for Windows and Mac computers on December 15 (2025). Ending the ability to make use of a separate window for all of ...

Meta is discontinuing its desktop Messenger apps for Windows and Mac. Starting Dec. 15, you'll need to head to Facebook to continue chatting through the app on your computer.

You can use Facebook Messenger Rooms to video chat with up to 50 people at once from the Messenger app for mobile or desktop, or from the website.

For those who use Messenger without a Facebook account, there’s still good news. After the desktop app is retired, you can continue using your Messenger account by logging in at Messenger.com. This ...

Meta is deprecating its dedicated Facebook Messenger apps for PC and Mac in favor of a unified web-based alternative - full ...