5 Easy Steps to Disable Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger is a popular messaging app with over 1.3 billion users. However, there may be times when you want to disable Messenger without deleting your Facebook account. Whether you’re concerned about privacy, overwhelmed by notifications, or simply need a break from the platform, disabling Messenger is a relatively simple process. In this article, we’ll provide step-by-step instructions on how to disable Messenger on various devices and platforms.

Disabling Messenger does not affect your Facebook account or any other Facebook-owned services such as Instagram or WhatsApp. You’ll still be able to access your Facebook profile, view your feed, and interact with friends and family. The only difference is that you won’t be able to receive or send messages through Messenger. If you decide you want to use Messenger again in the future, you can simply re-enable it with a few clicks.

Before we delve into the steps, it’s important to note that the process may vary slightly depending on your device and operating system. However, the general steps are the same across all platforms. In the following sections, we’ll provide instructions on how to disable Messenger on iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac devices.

Disabling Messenger from Facebook

To disable Messenger from Facebook, follow these steps:

Click the Messenger icon

On the Facebook website or mobile app, click the Messenger icon in the top right corner of the screen.
Click the Settings icon

In the Messenger window, click the Settings icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.
Click the “Disable Messenger” option

Scroll down to the bottom of the Settings page and click the “Disable Messenger” option.
Confirm your decision

A pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm your decision to disable Messenger. Click the “Disable” button to proceed.

Once you have followed these steps, Messenger will be disabled and you will no longer receive notifications or messages through the app.

Turning Off Messenger on Android

To disable Messenger on your Android device, follow these steps:

Open the Messenger app on your device.
Tap on your profile picture in the top-left corner.
Scroll down and tap on “Settings.”
Tap on “Notifications.”
Toggle the switch next to “Notifications” to the “Off” position.

You can also disable Messenger on Android by going to your device’s settings. Here’s how:

Open the Settings app on your device.
Tap on “Apps & notifications.”
Tap on “Messenger.”
Tap on “Notifications.”
Toggle the switch next to “Notifications” to the “Off” position.

Deactivating Messenger on iPhone

Messenger is Facebook’s instant messaging service that allows users to send texts, make calls, and video chat. While it’s a popular app with over a billion users, you may find that you don’t use it as much anymore. If so, you can easily deactivate Messenger on your iPhone. Here’s how:

Steps

1. Open the Messenger app on your iPhone.

Locate the Messenger app icon on your home screen, usually a blue speech bubble with a white lightning bolt inside. Tap on the icon to launch the app.

2. Tap on your profile picture in the top left corner.

Once the Messenger app is open, look for your profile picture in the top left corner of the screen. Tap on your picture to access your profile page.

3. Scroll down and select “Settings.”

On your profile page, scroll down until you see the “Settings” option. Tap on “Settings” to open the settings menu.

4. Tap on “Account Settings.”

Within the Settings menu, locate the “Account Settings” option and tap on it.

5. Tap on “Deactivate Messenger.”

Scroll down to the bottom of the Account Settings page and tap on “Deactivate Messenger.” You will be prompted to confirm your decision.

6. Tap on “Deactivate” to confirm.

A confirmation pop-up will appear asking you to confirm that you want to deactivate Messenger. Tap on “Deactivate” to proceed.

7. Enter your password and tap on “Continue.”

For security reasons, you will be asked to enter your Facebook password. Enter your password and tap on “Continue” to complete the deactivation process.

8. Tap on “Deactivate” one last time.

A final confirmation pop-up will appear, giving you one last chance to change your mind. Tap on “Deactivate” to permanently deactivate Messenger on your iPhone.

Your Messenger account will now be deactivated. You will no longer be able to send or receive messages, make calls, or video chat using Messenger. If you ever want to reactivate your account, you can follow the same steps and select “Reactivate Messenger” instead of “Deactivate Messenger.”

Removing Messenger from Facebook Profile

If you’re not interested in using Facebook Messenger, you can remove it completely from your Facebook profile.

1. Accessing the Messenger Settings

Start by clicking on the menu icon in the top-right corner of your Facebook page. From the drop-down menu, select “Settings & Privacy,” then click “Settings.”

2. Navigating to the Messenger Options

In the left-hand menu, scroll down and select “Messaging.” Under “Messenger Settings,” click on “Manage Messenger Visibility.”

3. Deactivating Messenger on Profile

Tick the checkbox labeled “Turn Off Messenger.” This will disable Messenger on your Facebook profile, making it inaccessible to other users.

4. Additional Considerations:


Deactivating Messenger vs. Deleting It: Disabling Messenger will hide it from your profile but won’t delete your account. You can always reactivate it later. Deleting it, on the other hand, will permanently remove your Messenger account along with all its messages and contacts.
Private Messaging Alternatives: If you disable Messenger, you can still send and receive Facebook messages through the Facebook website or mobile app. However, private Messenger conversations will no longer be accessible.
Reinstating Messenger: If you change your mind and want to use Messenger again, you can reactivate it by following the same steps mentioned above and unticking the “Turn Off Messenger” checkbox.

Deleting Messenger Account

To permanently delete your Messenger account, follow these steps:

Open the Messenger app on your device.
Tap on your profile picture in the top left corner.
Scroll down and tap on “Settings & Privacy.”
Tap on “Account Ownership and Control.”
Tap on “Delete Account.”

Once you have tapped on “Delete Account,” you will be asked to confirm your decision. Please note that deleting your Messenger account will also delete your Facebook account and all associated data.

Can I delete my Messenger account without deleting my Facebook account?

No, it is not possible to delete your Messenger account without also deleting your Facebook account. This is because Messenger is owned by Facebook and is a part of the Facebook ecosystem.

What happens when I delete my Messenger account?

When you delete your Messenger account, the following things will happen:

All of your Messenger conversations will be deleted.
All of your Messenger contacts will be deleted.
All of your Messenger settings will be deleted.
You will no longer be able to use Messenger.

Please note that deleting your Messenger account is a permanent action. Once you have deleted your account, there is no way to recover it.

Uninstalling Messenger App

If you no longer want to use the Messenger app, you can uninstall it from your device. Here are the steps on how to do it:

Open your device’s settings.
Go to “Apps” or “All apps”.
Find and select the Messenger app.
Tap on “Uninstall” or “Remove”.
Confirm the uninstallation by tapping on “OK” or “Uninstall”.
The Messenger app will now be uninstalled from your device.

Here are some additional details about each step:

Open your device’s settings: You can do this by swiping down from the top of the screen (on most Android devices) or by tapping on the Settings icon in the app drawer (on most iOS devices).
Go to “Apps” or “All apps”: This will show you a list of all the installed apps on your device.
Find and select the Messenger app: Scroll down the list of apps until you find the Messenger app. Tap on it to select it.
Tap on “Uninstall” or “Remove”: This will open a confirmation dialog box. Make sure that you want to uninstall the app before tapping on “OK” or “Uninstall”.
Confirm the uninstallation: Once you have tapped on “OK” or “Uninstall”, the Messenger app will be uninstalled from your device.

Disabling Messenger Notifications

To disable Messenger notifications on your device, follow these steps:

Open the Messenger app.
Tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
Scroll down and tap “Notifications.
Under “In-app notifications,” tap “Sound” and “Vibrate” to turn them off.
Under “Push notifications,” tap “Messages” and “Calls” to turn them off.
Advanced Settings: Tap “Advanced” to access additional notification settings.
Custom Notifications: Tap “Customize notifications” to set up custom notifications for specific contacts or groups.

Customizing Notifications

To customize notifications for specific contacts or groups:

Open the Messenger app.
Tap “Chats” in the bottom-left corner.
Tap and hold the contact or group you want to customize.
Tap “Notifications” and adjust the settings as desired.

Limiting Messenger Access

If you’re not ready to completely disable Messenger, you can restrict its access instead. Here are some options:

1. Disable Messenger for Specific Contacts

Open Messenger and tap on the person’s name. Tap on the “i” button, scroll down, and toggle off “Message requests”. This will prevent the person from sending you messages unless you accept them.

2. Mute Messenger Notifications

Open your phone’s settings, go to Notifications, and find Messenger. Disable notifications for Messenger or set them to silent.

3. Deactivate Messenger on Your Computer

4. Turn Off Push Notifications

In Messenger’s settings, go to “Notifications” and turn off “Push Notifications”.

5. Limit the Amount of Information Messenger Can Access

Go to Facebook’s privacy settings and restrict the information Messenger can access, such as your location, contacts, and photos.

6. Use Messenger Lite

Messenger Lite is a lightweight version of Messenger that uses less data and has fewer features. It’s a good option for those who don’t need all the bells and whistles of Messenger.

7. Block Messenger

If all else fails, you can block Messenger on your phone or computer. This will prevent you from receiving any messages or notification from Messenger.

8. Remove Messenger from Your Phone

If you don’t want Messenger on your phone at all, you can uninstall it. Keep in mind that you’ll need to use Facebook’s website or Messenger Lite to send messages from your phone.

9. Set Messenger to “Do Not Disturb” Mode

In Messenger’s settings, you can set Messenger to “Do Not Disturb” mode. This will silence all notifications and prevent Messenger from showing up in your phone’s app drawer.

Setting	Effect
Disable Messenger for Specific Contacts	Prevents specific contacts from sending you messages.
Mute Messenger Notifications	Silences all Messenger notifications.
Deactivate Messenger on Your Computer	Turns off Messenger in your web browser.
Turn Off Push Notifications	Prevents Messenger from sending push notifications to your phone.
Limit the Amount of Information Messenger Can Access	Restricts the information Messenger can access about you.
Use Messenger Lite	Uses a lightweight version of Messenger that has fewer features.
Block Messenger	Prevents you from receiving any messages or notifications from Messenger.
Remove Messenger from Your Phone	Uninstalls Messenger from your phone.
Set Messenger to “Do Not Disturb” Mode	Silences all notifications and prevents Messenger from showing up in your phone’s app drawer.

How To Disable Messenger

Messenger is a popular messaging app that allows users to send and receive messages, photos, and videos. However, there may be times when you want to disable Messenger, either temporarily or permanently. Here are the steps on how to do so:

To disable Messenger on your mobile device:

1. Open the Messenger app.
2. Tap on your profile picture in the top-left corner.
3. Scroll down and tap on “Settings.”
4. Tap on “Account.”
5. Tap on “Disable Messenger.”
6. Enter your password and tap on “Disable.”

To disable Messenger on your computer:

1. Go to the Messenger website.
2. Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.
3. Click on “Settings.”
4. Click on “Account.”
5. Click on “Disable Messenger.”
6. Enter your password and click on “Disable.”

Once you have disabled Messenger, you will no longer be able to send or receive messages, photos, or videos. You will also be removed from any group chats.