Once Messenger.com is shut down, users accessing the site on a computer will be automatically redirected to facebook.com/messages. Users who rely on Messenger without a Facebook account can still access their conversations through the Messenger mobile app. The move effectively consolidates Messenger’s web experience under the main Facebook website, removing the standalone Messenger.com portal and desktop application. In December, Facebook Messenger received a major upgrade with end-to-end encryption for chats. Facebook is saying goodbye to its dedicated News tab. This move follows similar removals last year in other key markets like the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. The News tab first appeared in 2018 as Facebook sought to better serve users seeking out news stories and information. Data shows people now come to Facebook less for news and more for social connections with family and friends. In fact, news content only makes up about three percent of what the average user sees in their regular Facebook feed. With people's interests evolving, Facebook has decided to refocus its efforts. Read more in our articles including "Messenger.com to shut down in April 2026" and "Facebook Messenger enables sending HD photos, up to 100MB files".
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May 20, 2022Once Messenger.com is shut down, users accessing the site on a computer will be automatically redirected to facebook.com/messages. Users who rely on Messenger without a Facebook account can still access their conversations through the Messenger mobile app.
The move effectively consolidates Messenger’s web experience under the main Facebook website, removing the standalone Messenger.com portal and desktop application. In December, Facebook Messenger received a major upgrade with end-to-end encryption for chats. Facebook is saying goodbye to its dedicated News tab.
Our coverage of Facebook Messenger news includes: "Messenger.com to shut down in April 2026"; "Facebook Messenger enables sending HD photos, up to 100MB files"; "Facebook Retires Dedicated News Tab on April". Each article provides unique insights and information.