Messenger
Messenger

Messenger

Communication

| Meta Platforms, Inc.

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

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Page Modified On: August 07, 2025

Run Messenger on PC or Mac

Get freedom from your phone’s obvious limitations. Use Messenger, made by Meta Platforms, Inc., a Communication app on your PC or Mac with BlueStacks, and level up your experience.

Messenger on PC, especially using something like BlueStacks, feels almost like having a social hub open next to everything else. People use it to chat with friends or family, whether they’re on Facebook or just on Messenger — no need to swap out numbers or anything. Messages come through quickly, and group chats make it easy to keep up with everyone at once, or even plan stuff together without switching apps. What stands out is how simple it is to shoot over pictures or videos, and they actually show up in decent quality, not all pixelated. There’s also the option to make folders of photos inside chats, which really helps when sharing vacation pics or anything folks want to keep organized.

If there’s ever a typo or something sent too fast, fixing or unsending messages is possible for a good while after hitting send, so it feels less stressful. Messenger’s got features for quick stories and temporary notes — for those times when sharing something with friends, but not permanently, just feels right. There’s also built-in reactions, stickers, and themes so chats don’t get too boring, plus the app lets people scan QR codes to add each other, which comes in handy at events or with new friends. They even tucked in AI stuff for those who want advice or help with random things, and since it’s all on a bigger screen, managing lots of chats or files — even large ones — seems easier than on a phone. It’s not just plain messaging; it ends up being a way to connect, share, and even hang out with larger groups or join communities that focus on the same interests.

Ready to experience Messenger on a bigger screen, in all its glory? Download BlueStacks now.

How to Download and Run Messenger on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for Messenger in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install Messenger from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install Messenger

  • Click the Messenger icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

Messenger - FAQs

  • How to Run Messenger on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run Messenger on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download Messenger on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are Messenger PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run Messenger on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.