Messenger
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AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedLoved by usersTop 10- Best rank
- #5
- Top Free, Mexico
- Rating on App Store
- 4.66
- 13,812,728 ratings
- Last updated
- October 17, 2026
Users love it: 4.7 stars from 13,812,728 ratings. Its best ranking is #5 in Top Free, Social Networking in Mexico.
Rankings
App Store top charts- Highest rank
- #5
- Chart
- Top Free
- Social Networking
- Country
- Mexico
App Store Rankings for Messenger
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | United States | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 7 | Canada | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 8 | Germany | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 8 | France | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 5 | Mexico | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 6 | Australia | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 6 | Czech Republic | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 6 | Slovakia | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 7 | Belgium | Social Networking | Top Free |
| 7 | Denmark | Social Networking | Top Free |
Ranking history in United States
Competitors
Similar apps and more from Meta Platforms, Inc.Alternatives to Messenger
More from Meta Platforms, Inc.
Releases
Updates seen on the App Store- Version
- 584.0.0
- Launched
- August 2011
No changelog data
User feedback
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Technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Price
- Free
- App size
- 281.1 MB
- Content rating
- Medium
Technologies used by Messenger
About the app and developer
About Messenger
Messenger is a social networking app developed by Meta Platforms, Inc.
What is the rating of Messenger?
Messenger is rated 4.66 out of 5 stars, based on 14 million ratings.
Is Messenger free?
Messenger is free. The app size is 281.07 MB. The latest version available is 584.0.0. The last update was on October 17, 2026.
What are the requirements for Messenger?
The app has a content rating of Medium Maturity. The app has been available on the App Store since August 2011.
Developer information for Meta Platforms, Inc.
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Frequently asked questions about Messenger
Is Messenger free?
Yes. Messenger is free on the App Store.
Is Messenger still available?
Yes. Messenger is on the App Store, and the last update we saw was on October 17, 2026.
How large is Messenger?
Messenger is 281.07 MB.
Is Messenger suitable for children?
App Store gives Messenger a medium maturity rating, so it is not meant for young children.
How do people rate Messenger?
Messenger scores 4.66 out of 5 stars, from 13,812,728 ratings on the App Store.
Who made Messenger?
Messenger was developed by Meta Platforms, Inc. It is listed in the social networking category on the App Store.
What are the best alternatives to Messenger?
People looking at Messenger also look at these social networking apps: Rakuten Viber Messenger, WhatsApp Messenger, Friendly Social Browser, Telegram Messenger, Skype.
Store listing
By Meta Platforms, Inc., from the App Store
Description by Meta Platforms, Inc. Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
CHAT AND CALL ANYONE, ANYWHERE

Find and connect with your friends and family on Facebook and Messenger, no phone number needed.
GET INSTANT ANSWERS FROM YOUR AI ASSISTANT*
Meta AI is your assistant that can answer any questions, give you advice, help with homework, and more.
SEND YOUR PHOTOS IN HIGH DEFINITION
Send and receive clearer, crisper picture of your favorite moments with Messenger.
CREATE SHARED ALBUMS
From a recent summer vacation to your grandma’s 80th birthday, create albums of photos and videos to share, organize and reminisce over important moments in your group chats.
EASILY ADD NEW CONNECTIONS WITH QR CODES
Connect with people you meet in real life by scanning their Messenger QR code or sharing yours via a link.
SHARE LARGE FILES DIRECTLY IN CHAT
Whether it’s a Word, PDF, or Excel doc, you can send large files up to 100MB right inside of Messenger.
EDIT AND UNSEND MESSAGES
Hit send too soon? You can edit the message up to 15 minutes after sending
DISAPPEARING MESSAGES
Some things aren’t meant to last forever. Choose how long your end-to-end encrypted chats stick around after they’ve been read.
COME TOGETHER WITH YOUR COMMUNITIES
Meaningfully connect with people like you from your school, neighborhood, and interest groups.
GET IN YOUR FAVORITE CREATORS’ INNER CIRCLE
Stay in the know with creators by joining their broadcast channels for authentic and casual content.
UNLEASH YOUR IMAGINATION W/ META AI*
Tap into your go-to creative partner to create, edit, animate images and more.
CAPTURE EVERYDAY MOMENTS ON STORIES
Highlight moments of your day using photos and videos that disappear after 24 hours in Stories.
DROP A NOTE WITH YOUR THOUGHTS
Stay connected with your friends by sharing quick updates that disappear after 24 hours.
BRING YOUR VIBE TO YOUR CHATS
Sometimes words just don’t cut it. Tap into more ways to express yourself with animated stickers, GIFs, reactions and more.
SET THE MOOD OF YOUR CHAT WITH THEMES
Customize your chat with a large and constantly evolving list of themes featuring popular artists, holidays, and more.
*Meta AI is available in select languages and countries only, with more coming soon.