You’ll need to create a Facebook account to use Messenger. You can then deactivate your Facebook account and log into Messenger using your Facebook account information.

Apr 23, 2024 · This article covers how you can stop using Facebook but keep using Messenger. We'll go over how to get Messenger back if you've already deactivated Facebook and how to sign up for a …

Jul 31, 2025 · Can You Sign into Messenger without Facebook? To use Messenger without engaging with Facebook, create a Facebook account and then deactivate it. Currently, you can't log into …

Feb 16, 2025 · Another temporary option is to deactivate the Facebook account while keeping some features working, like the messenger. Such an option also allows the user to retrieve a deactivated …

If you don’t have a Facebook account, you can still use Messenger by using your phone number. To get started, download the Messenger app on your smartphone and click on “Not on Facebook?” when …