Messenger Apps for Windows and macOS Discontinued by Meta

Meta announced that it is discontinuing its dedicated Messenger apps for Windows and macOS as of 2025-10-21. The applications will cease to function approximately 60 days after the announcement, on or around 2025-12-15. This move is part of a broader shift towards using progressive web apps (PWAs).

Access and Alternatives

With the discontinuation of the desktop Messenger apps, users are instructed to access the service via mobile devices or through web platforms such as Messenger.com and the main Facebook website. This change aligns Messenger with Meta's strategic push towards PWAs.

Context and Implications

Meta has not given an official reason for this decision, but it mirrors similar changes with WhatsApp on Windows, which is also moving to a progressive web app format. This transition indicates a shift in Meta's approach to app availability and functionality, reflecting a growing trend in the tech industry toward flexible, internet-based applications.

Update: 23 Jun 2026