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Install Messenger Next

A lightweight, distraction-free desktop wrapper for Facebook Messenger.

Install with winget

winget install --id Rozsazoltan.MessengerNext

Upgrade

winget upgrade --id Rozsazoltan.MessengerNext

Uninstall

winget uninstall --id Rozsazoltan.MessengerNext

About Messenger Next

Messenger Next is an unofficial lightweight desktop wrapper for Facebook Messenger. It provides conversations in a dedicated native window without the Feed, Reels, Marketplace, or other unrelated interface.

What's new in 1.8.0

- Added a preferences panel for desktop behavior and tray settings. - Improved the window and tray lifecycle across supported platforms. - Reduced installer size and fixed several Windows and Linux edge cases.

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Version history

Version	Updated	Notes
1.8.0	2026-08-05 23:38:42 UTC	- Added a preferences panel for desktop behavior and tray settings. - Improved the window and tray lifecycle across supported platforms. - Reduced installer size and fixed several Windows and Linux edge cases.