If you don't turn on notifications, you won't receive notifications when someone calls or video calls unless you're using the Messenger app.

Messenger works similar to the messaging app on your phone. You will receive a notification when there is an incoming message or call. You cannot receive notifications without selecting 'OK.' Messenger asks you to turn on app notifications.

You do not need to set up a Facebook account, the application allows you to chat with your friends using Facebook messenger in your contacts.Ĭlick 'Not on Facebook?' (Not on Facebook) on the Messenger login screen.Įnter the code sent to your phone via SMS.Įnter the name you want to display on Messenger and load the profile picture.ĭecide whether to turn on notifications. You don't need a Facebook account to use Facebook Messenger if you live in the US, Canada or Venezuela. Sign in to Facebook Messenger without a Facebook account (for some regions). If you want to log in with another Facebook account, click 'Switch Account' and log in with the account you want to use. If you have Facebook installed on your iOS device, you can quickly log in with the same Facebook account. When you start Messenger, you are asked to sign in. You can find the app on your Home screen, or tap the 'OPEN' button next to the app on the App Store page once it's downloaded. Start Facebook Messenger after downloading. You need a wireless connection to download apps from the App Store. The application will be downloaded to the device immediately.ĭepending on the settings, you may be asked to enter your Apple ID and password before downloading the app. Make sure this is an app developed by 'Facebook, Inc.' ' A list of apps that match your search will appear. This is to open the application search field. Tap the 'Search' tab at the bottom of the screen. You can access the Messenger app page on the App Store by opening the Messages section of the Facebook app and then tapping 'Install'. You can install Messenger for free on the App Store.

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