How to install Messenger?

To install Messenger, visit the Google Play Store and search for the app, then tap the 'Install' button. The app will download and install automatically on your Android device.

Yes, Messenger is safe to use. The app has a 4.7 rating on Google Play, with 5B+ downloads, indicating it has been verified and trusted by many users.

Does Messenger have ads?

No, Messenger does not display advertisements, providing an ad-free user experience.

What permissions does Messenger require?

Messenger requires various permissions to function properly. You can view the complete list of permissions in the 'App Permissions' section on this page or in the Google Play Store listing.

Messenger

Name: Messenger
Rating: 4.6961703 (107311521 reviews)
Author: Meta Platforms, Inc.

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Description

Been using Messenger for a couple months now. It’s basically a messaging app that lets you connect with friends and family. Pretty solid if you’re into that kind of thing.

Here’s what you do: you can chat and call anyone, even if you don’t have their phone number. There’s also an AI assistant that can answer questions, help with homework, and more. And you can send photos in high definition – the image quality is really nice.

Look, if you’re into communication apps, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the ads can get annoying sometimes – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out.

Editor Opinion

So here's my honest take on Messenger. I've tested a bunch of messaging apps and this one's pretty good. And the AI assistant is a cool addition and the HD photo sharing is clutch. But it's not without its issues - the constant ads can get old after a while. Still, if you're looking for a reliable way to stay in touch with friends and family, Messenger is a solid option.

Author Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros & Cons

Pros

Tons of features like chat, calling, and AI assistant
Send photos in great quality
Free to use, don't have to pay for anything
Works well even on older phones

Cons

Ads can get annoying if you don't pay
Some of the advanced features take a while to figure out
Starts to feel repetitive after using it for a long time

Specifications

Updated	29.09.2025
Category	Communication
Age Rating	Everyone
Developer	Meta Platforms, Inc.
Package Name	`com.facebook.orca`

Ratings

93

Google Play

4.7/5

107,311,521 reviews

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Holly Luther Oct 9, 2025

I miss Message+... I'd give this app more stars, but they'd have to update it! I can't select multiple messages and delete them. Instead, I have to go one by...

Spectacles Jo Oct 9, 2025

(1) Notifications never appear, even though I do have messages sent to me. (2) Can't search conversation properly, when I find the message I want to jump to, it leads...

Morgan Yeske Oct 9, 2025

Pos app. I only still have this god awful app because it's the only thing that my friends use. I've updated it and it still has the same issue. It...

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