Meta will discontinue its Messenger apps for Mac and Windows desktops on 2025-12-15. Users are advised to switch to Facebook.com for desktop messaging.
Transition Timeline and Actions
Beginning 2025-12-15, the desktop Messenger apps will no longer function. Users will receive in-app notifications ahead of time with a 60-day window before the permanent shutdown.
- Messenger apps shut down: 2025-12-15
- Final access: Facebook.com on desktops
- Alternative site: Messenger.com for non-Facebook users
- In-app alerts: 60 days advance notice
Secure Storage for Chat History
Meta recommends activating Secure Storage to preserve chat history before the app shuts down. Without it, data may be lost permanently.
Impact on Users
The Messenger desktop app is no longer available on the Apple App Store. After the shutdown date, any attempts to use the desktop version will redirect to Facebook.com or Messenger.com for those without a Facebook account.
