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Meta is killing Messenger on Windows — These secure messaging apps are a perfect replacement on PC

Meta is officially deprecating its Windows and Mac support for its Messenger app on December 15, potentially leaving millions of users without a convenient way to converse with friends. Once the ...
Gulf News

Messenger desktop apps on Mac & Windows are ending — here’s what you must do

Users must shift to browser-based Messenger, back up chats before shutdown Meta has confirmed it will shut down Messenger’s standalone desktop apps for macOS and Windows on December 15, 2025. From ...
The Verge

Meta is removing its Messenger apps for Windows and macOS

Both desktop apps have been removed from app stores and will stop working in December. Both desktop apps have been removed from app stores and will stop working in December. is a senior editor and ...
TechCrunch

Meta to shut down Messenger desktop apps for Mac and Windows

Meta is shutting down Messenger’s stand-alone desktop apps for Windows and Mac on December 15, the company confirmed to TechCrunch on Thursday. Starting December 15, users will no longer be able to ...