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Chat with friends without opening a browser.\n\n**Why this exists:** Meta discontinued the official Messenger desktop app. This is a lightweight replacement that lets you use Messenger without keeping a browser tab open.\n\n\u003cimg src=\"icon.png\" width=\"128\" alt=\"Messenger for Mac\"\u003e\n\n## Download\n\n**[Download Messenger for Mac v1.3.0 (DMG)](https://github.com/stefanminch/messenger-mac/releases/download/v1.3.0/MessengerApp-1.3.0.dmg)** | macOS 10.13+\n\n[![GitHub Release](https://img.shields.io/github/v/release/stefanminch/messenger-mac)](https://github.com/stefanminch/messenger-mac/releases)\n\n\u003e Signed and notarized by Apple for your security.\n\n## Features\n\n- **Native macOS App** - Runs as a standalone application in your dock\n- **No Browser Required** - Access Messenger without opening Chrome, Safari, or Firefox\n- **Persistent Login** - Stay logged in between app restarts\n- **Native Notifications** - Get notified of new messages\n- **Minimal \u0026 Fast** - Lightweight app with low memory footprint\n- **Privacy Focused** - No tracking, no analytics, no data collection\n- **Dark Mode Support** - Follows your macOS appearance settings\n- **External Links** - Shared links open in your default browser\n- **Power Saving Mode** - Automatically throttles when in background to reduce CPU/battery usage\n- **Auto-Update Check** - Get notified when a new version is available\n- **Keyboard Shortcuts** - Quick navigation with custom shortcuts\n\n## Keyboard Shortcuts\n\n| Shortcut | Action |\n|----------|--------|\n| `Cmd + N` | New message |\n| `Cmd + 1-9` | Switch to conversation 1-9 |\n| `Cmd + Shift + S` | Toggle sidebar visibility |\n\nAll settings (sidebar visibility) are persisted across app restarts.\n\n## Screenshots\n\n| Chat View | Login |\n|-----------|-------|\n| Native macOS window | Secure Facebook login |\n\n## Installation\n\n1. Download the [DMG file](https://github.com/stefanminch/messenger-mac/releases/download/v1.3.0/MessengerApp-1.3.0.dmg)\n2. Open the DMG\n3. Drag **MessengerApp** to your **Applications** folder\n4. Launch from Applications or Spotlight\n\n## Build from Source\n\n### Prerequisites\n\n- Node.js 18+\n- npm or yarn\n\n### Steps\n\n```bash\n# Clone the repository\ngit clone https://github.com/stefanminch/messenger-mac.git\ncd messenger-mac\n\n# Install dependencies\nnpm install\n\n# Run in development mode\nnpm start\n\n# Build for production\nnpm run build\n```\n\nThe built app will be in the `dist/` folder.\n\n## Tech Stack\n\n- [Electron](https://www.electronjs.org/) - Cross-platform desktop apps\n- JavaScript/Node.js\n\n## FAQ\n\n### Is this the official Messenger app?\nNo, this is an unofficial wrapper around messenger.com. It's not affiliated with Meta/Facebook.\n\n### Is it safe?\nYes. The app is signed and notarized by Apple. It simply loads messenger.com in a native window - no modifications to Messenger itself.\n\n### Why use this instead of the browser?\n- Dedicated app in your dock\n- Separate from browser tabs\n- Stays logged in\n- Cleaner experience\n- Less resource usage than a full browser\n\n### Does it support voice/video calls?\nYes, all Messenger features work including voice and video calls.\n\n### My login isn't persisting?\nMake sure to quit the app with `Cmd+Q` (not just close the window) to save your session.\n\n## Keywords\n\nFacebook Messenger Mac, Messenger Desktop App, Messenger macOS, Facebook Chat Mac App, Messenger without browser, Standalone Messenger Mac, Messenger Mac download, Facebook Messenger native app, Messenger Electron app, Mac Messenger client\n\n## License\n\nMIT License - feel free to modify and distribute.\n\n## Disclaimer\n\nThis project is not affiliated with, authorized, maintained, sponsored, or endorsed by Meta/Facebook or any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. 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