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Meta Ends Messenger Desktop Application Support
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Meta Platforms Inc. is shutting down its standalone Messenger desktop application for Windows and macOS, effective December 15, 2025, announced via in-app notifications. The company is directing users to messenger.com or the integrated Facebook app, citing consolidation and resource optimization, and recommending data export; the change affects power users and some businesses that relied on desktop features like screen sharing and group video calls.
Key Points
- 1Ends support for Messenger desktop app on Windows and macOS, effective Dec. 15, 2025.
- 2Reduces maintenance overhead and consolidates services toward browser and integrated Facebook experiences.
- 3Forces users and businesses to migrate to messenger.com, backup chats, or seek alternative desktop clients.
Scoring Rationale
Official confirmation and broad user impact drive score, limited novelty and focus on desktop subset reduce impact.
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