Messenger APK
f76d059d19977ecad9f240231aef9dce881dde8306ba1ec9820ba343374235dbAbout Messenger
Messenger is Meta's dedicated chat app — free messages, voice and video calls, group chats, stories and payments in some markets. It connects with Facebook and Instagram contacts and works on almost any Android phone.
Key features
- Fast messaging, calls and media sharing
- Optimised to keep working on unstable connections
- Group chats, channels and stories
- End-to-end privacy controls in settings
How to install
- Tap the green button above to open Messenger's official download page.
- Allow installs from this source when prompted (Settings → Apps → Special access → Install unknown apps).
- Open the downloaded file from your notifications or Downloads folder.
- If Android shows a Play Protect warning, tap "More details" → "Install anyway". This appears for any app installed outside the Play Store.
- Launch Messenger and sign in or register.
New to sideloading? Read our full guides: how to install an APK · fix the Play Protect warning.
How to update
APK installs don't auto-update through the Play Store. Check this page for the newest Messenger build — we list the current version, size and checksum — download it and install over the existing app. Your data is kept.
FAQ
Is the Messenger APK safe to install?
Yes. We mirror the official Meta build and publish its SHA-256 checksum and a VirusTotal scan on this page, so you can verify the file is untouched before installing.
How do I install Messenger without the Play Store?
Download the APK using the button above, allow installs from your browser when Android asks (Settings → Install unknown apps), then open the downloaded file. Our step-by-step guide above covers the Play Protect prompt too.
What is the Messenger package name?
The Android application ID is com.facebook.orca. Check it after installing (Settings → Apps) to confirm you got the genuine app.
