What is FBMessenger?
FBMessenger is a free, open-source desktop application that provides access to Facebook Messenger without needing to use a web browser. It offers many popular Messenger features including:
- One-on-one and group messaging
- Photo and file sharing
- Chat mentions, reactions, and replies
- Message read receipts and typing indicators
- Push notifications for new messages
- Syncs message history across devices
- Dark and light themes
- Supports voice and video calling
FBMessenger is available on Windows, Mac, and Linux. It provides a convenient dedicated desktop app for managing Facebook conversations and staying in touch with friends and family. The app enables multitasking by freeing Facebook messaging from the browser allowing users to chat while working on other tasks.
As an open-source project, FBMessenger has strong privacy controls and does not collect or share any user data. Overall, it delivers the full Messenger experience in a simple, responsive desktop app.