Facebook Messenger is a messaging app that lets you send texts, photos, and calls to people on your contact list. Most people use it because their friends and family are already there, but like any platform where you share personal information, it comes with privacy and security questions worth understanding. This category covers how Messenger works, what data it collects, and what controls you actually have over your conversations and account.
The articles here answer practical questions: How do you know if your messages are truly private? What happens to photos you send? How can you spot scams or unwanted contact? What settings should you change, and which ones don't matter as much? Whether you're a regular user or someone trying to figure out if Messenger is right for you, these guides explain the real tradeoffs involved.