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Set an AI background for video calls on Messenger
Set an AI
background
for
video
calls on Messenger
Set an AI background for video calls on Messenger
Set an AI
background
for
video
calls on Messenger
Send photos or videos that can only be viewed once
Send a photo or
video
on Messenger that can only be viewed one time before it disappears.
Send photos or videos that can only be viewed once
Send a photo or
video
on Messenger that can only be viewed one time before it disappears.
Use special effects or filters in Messenger video calls
You can use special effects like
background
s, filters and lighting in your
video
call.
Use special effects or filters in Messenger video calls
You can use special effects like
background
s, filters and lighting in your
video
call.
Leave an audio or video message
Leave a voice or
video
message for missed calls on messenger.
Leave an audio or video message
Leave a voice or
video
message for missed calls on messenger.
How does my child start a video chat on Messenger Kids
Your child can start a
video
chat by tapping the
video
icon on their friend's profile photo.
How does my child start a video chat on Messenger Kids
Your child can start a
video
chat by tapping the
video
icon on their friend's profile photo.
Video call people on Messenger
Learn to make calls on Messenger app using different devices.
Video call people on Messenger
Learn to make calls on Messenger app using different devices.
Take and add effects to photos and videos on Messenger
Instructions to take and add effects to photos and
video
s in Messenger.
Take and add effects to photos and videos on Messenger
Instructions to take and add effects to photos and
video
s in Messenger.
Share your screen in a video or audio call on Messenger
Learn how to share your screen or turn on screen sharing for everyone in a Messenger call.
Share your screen in a video or audio call on Messenger
Learn how to share your screen or turn on screen sharing for everyone in a Messenger call.
Generate images with Meta AI in chats on Messenger
Use Meta AI and the imagine command to generate custom AI images on Messenger.
Generate images with Meta AI in chats on Messenger
Use Meta AI and the imagine command to generate custom AI images on Messenger.
Use voice with Meta AI on Messenger
You can start a voice conversation with Meta AI on Messenger, without needing to type.
Use voice with Meta AI on Messenger
You can start a voice conversation with Meta AI on Messenger, without needing to type.
Face and hand effects privacy notice
Face and hand effects on Messenger are features like filters, masks and avatars that react as people in the scene move, speak and express themselves. You can use these effects in your camera, photos and
video
s.
Face and hand effects privacy notice
Face and hand effects on Messenger are features like filters, masks and avatars that react as people in the scene move, speak and express themselves. You can use these effects in your camera, photos and
video
s.
Channels
Channels, formerly called broadcast channels, are currently available to: Pages with more than 10,000 f...
Channels
Channels, formerly called broadcast channels, are currently available to: Pages with more than 10,000 f...
Watch together isn't working for me on Messenger
Learn about what you can do if Watch Together isn't working.
Watch together isn't working for me on Messenger
Learn about what you can do if Watch Together isn't working.
How do I respond to a message in Messenger.com using a screen reader?
Learn how to respond to a message in Messenger.com using a screen reader.
How do I respond to a message in Messenger.com using a screen reader?
Learn how to respond to a message in Messenger.com using a screen reader.
Ask Meta AI about an image on Messenger
Use Meta AI to ask and understand more about an image you share on Messenger.
Ask Meta AI about an image on Messenger
Use Meta AI to ask and understand more about an image you share on Messenger.
Turn off or retake setup photos for AI images of you on Messenger
You can turn off or retake setup photos for AI images of you in Meta AI settings at any time.
Turn off or retake setup photos for AI images of you on Messenger
You can turn off or retake setup photos for AI images of you in Meta AI settings at any time.
Messages, photos and videos
Learn the basics of messaging on Messenger, including sending audio messages and unsending messages.
Messages, photos and videos
Learn the basics of messaging on Messenger, including sending audio messages and unsending messages.
Audio and video calls
Find out more about calls on Messenger, including how to play games and use special effects.
Audio and video calls
Find out more about calls on Messenger, including how to play games and use special effects.
Edit an image with Meta AI on Messenger
You can use Meta AI to edit images you share in Messenger chats.
Edit an image with Meta AI on Messenger
You can use Meta AI to edit images you share in Messenger chats.
Unacceptable file types on Messenger
Learn about file types supported by Messenger and how it ensures your privacy and security.
Unacceptable file types on Messenger
Learn about file types supported by Messenger and how it ensures your privacy and security.
Messenger Kids Face and Hand Effects Privacy Notice
Face and hand effects are augmented reality features that react as people in the scene move, speak and express themselves. Your child can use these effects in their camera, photos and
video
s.
Messenger Kids Face and Hand Effects Privacy Notice
Face and hand effects are augmented reality features that react as people in the scene move, speak and express themselves. Your child can use these effects in their camera, photos and
video
s.
How do I start a new conversation in Messenger.com using a screen reader?
To start a new conversation in Messenger.com using a screen reader, activate the new message button.
How do I start a new conversation in Messenger.com using a screen reader?
To start a new conversation in Messenger.com using a screen reader, activate the new message button.
Send AI generated stickers on Messenger
You can mention Meta AI in your existing chats to ask questions and more.
Send AI generated stickers on Messenger
You can mention Meta AI in your existing chats to ask questions and more.
Share a custom AI on Messenger
When chatting with a custom AI you can share it or responses from it with other people.
Share a custom AI on Messenger
When chatting with a custom AI you can share it or responses from it with other people.
Manage channels on Facebook and Messenger
Learn what you can do as an admin of a channel on Facebook and Messenger.
Manage channels on Facebook and Messenger
Learn what you can do as an admin of a channel on Facebook and Messenger.
About sharing with Meta AI on Messenger
About sharing with Meta AI on Messenger.
About sharing with Meta AI on Messenger
About sharing with Meta AI on Messenger.
Add or remove word effects on Messenger
Add or remove special effects for words and phrases in a Messenger chat.
Add or remove word effects on Messenger
Add or remove special effects for words and phrases in a Messenger chat.
Watch videos with other people on Watch Together for Messenger
Learn how to watch
video
s, Facebook Watch, Instagram
video
s and more with other people in your
video
call.
Watch videos with other people on Watch Together for Messenger
Learn how to watch
video
s, Facebook Watch, Instagram
video
s and more with other people in your
video
call.
How do I use VoiceOver to open conversation settings in the Messenger app for iOS?
Learn how to use VoiceOver to open conversation settings in the Messenger app for iOS.
How do I use VoiceOver to open conversation settings in the Messenger app for iOS?
Learn how to use VoiceOver to open conversation settings in the Messenger app for iOS.
Write with Meta AI on Messenger
You can use Meta AI to help you write or rephrase messages before sending them on Messenger.
Write with Meta AI on Messenger
You can use Meta AI to help you write or rephrase messages before sending them on Messenger.
Manage face and hands effects settings on Messenger
Learn how to turn your face and hands effects setting on or off on Messenger.
Manage face and hands effects settings on Messenger
Learn how to turn your face and hands effects setting on or off on Messenger.
Navigate Messenger.com using a screenreader
Learn how to navigate Messenger.com using a screenreader.
Navigate Messenger.com using a screenreader
Learn how to navigate Messenger.com using a screenreader.
Stories
Stories
Use the Messenger app on your Tizen phone
To continue using Messenger on your Tizen phone, you can use the mobile web version of Messenger.
Use the Messenger app on your Tizen phone
To continue using Messenger on your Tizen phone, you can use the mobile web version of Messenger.
How do I stop using the alpha version of Messenger for Android?
Uninstall the test version of the Messenger app from your phone and leave the tester group.
How do I stop using the alpha version of Messenger for Android?
Uninstall the test version of the Messenger app from your phone and leave the tester group.
Summarize chats with Meta AI on Messenger
Learn how to summarize chats with Meta AI on Messenger.
Summarize chats with Meta AI on Messenger
Learn how to summarize chats with Meta AI on Messenger.
Returns for the Avatars Store
Currently, you cannot return an item you’ve purchased from the Avatars Store. Learn more in the Avatars Store terms of service.
Returns for the Avatars Store
Currently, you cannot return an item you’ve purchased from the Avatars Store. Learn more in the Avatars Store terms of service.
Will my mobile data be used for Messenger auto-updates?
No. Auto-updates will only occur when your mobile device is connected to Wi-Fi.
Will my mobile data be used for Messenger auto-updates?
No. Auto-updates will only occur when your mobile device is connected to Wi-Fi.
About link previews in chats on Messenger
When you send links in Messenger chats, you may see previews of the content, even after the original content is deleted.
About link previews in chats on Messenger
When you send links in Messenger chats, you may see previews of the content, even after the original content is deleted.
How your sticker searches stay private in end-to-end encrypted chats
To enable sticker searches in end-to-end encrypted chats, Meta uses limited information without linking it to identifiers like your name or phone number.
How your sticker searches stay private in end-to-end encrypted chats
To enable sticker searches in end-to-end encrypted chats, Meta uses limited information without linking it to identifiers like your name or phone number.
Turn sound on or off on messenger.com
You can turn sound on or off when you're using Messenger on a computer.
Turn sound on or off on messenger.com
You can turn sound on or off when you're using Messenger on a computer.
Manage your child's face and hand effects settings on Messenger Kids
You can turn on and off your child's face and hand effect settings in the Messenger Kids Parent Dashboard.
Manage your child's face and hand effects settings on Messenger Kids
You can turn on and off your child's face and hand effect settings in the Messenger Kids Parent Dashboard.
Create a custom AI with Meta AI Studio on Messenger
With AI Studio you can create a custom AI. You can define its personality for a specific purpose or how it responds to people.
Create a custom AI with Meta AI Studio on Messenger
With AI Studio you can create a custom AI. You can define its personality for a specific purpose or how it responds to people.
Siri iOS Commands
Siri IOS commands.
Siri iOS Commands
Siri IOS commands.
How does my child send a picture or video on Messenger Kids
Your child can send pictures and
video
s by tapping the camera at the top of their screen.
How does my child send a picture or video on Messenger Kids
Your child can send pictures and
video
s by tapping the camera at the top of their screen.
Send photos, stickers and files on Messenger
Send photos,
video
s, voice messages, or stickers on Messenger.
Send photos, stickers and files on Messenger
Send photos,
video
s, voice messages, or stickers on Messenger.
How does my child change their chat colors on Messenger Kids?
To change your
background
color, tap your profile photo and then tap Decorate Your App.
How does my child change their chat colors on Messenger Kids?
To change your
background
color, tap your profile photo and then tap Decorate Your App.
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