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How to Start a Facebook Secret Conversation
Send encrypted messages through Facebook Messenger
By Susan J. Owens Susan J. Owens Writer Ohio State University Former Lifewire writer Susan J. Owens is a tech writer focused on AI, blockchain, and virtual machines. Her work appears in InformationWeek, Entrepreneur, and Fast Company. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 21, 2020 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Facebook Facebook Pinterest Twitter Snapchat Instagram YouTube Online Dating What To Know
To enable: Open the app, tap your profile pic, and go to Privacy > Secret Conversations > OK > Secret Conversations > Turn OnTo start a conversation: Go to Chats, tap the pencil icon, slide the lock to lock it, pick who to message, tap the clock, set a time, and Send. This article explains how to start a secret conversation that's encrypted and will disappear after the recipient views it using the Facebook Messenger app. Secret conversations are only available in the Facebook Messenger app on iOS and Android. How to Enable Facebook Secret Conversations
Before you can send encrypted messages, make sure the Facebook Secret Conversations option is turned on. Open the Facebook Messenger app and tap your profile picture. Tap Privacy. Tap Secret Conversations. Tap OK. Tap the slider under Secret Conversations to turn it on. Tap Turn On. Facebook secret conversations can include pictures, videos, and voice recordings. They do not support group conversations or voice and video calls, and you can't use secret conversations to send payments. How to Start a Secret Conversation in Facebook Messenger
Follow these steps when you want to send a secret message on Facebook Messenger: From the Chats screen, tap the pencil in the upper-right corner. Slide the lock icon in the upper-right corner to the locked position, and then select who you want to message. On iOS, tap Secret in the upper-right corner. Tap the clock to set a time limit for the message if you want. When activated, a timer appears when the recipient opens the message counting down the time left before the message disappears for good. Choose a time limit for your secret message. Type and send your message. The message will appear blurred until the recipient taps on it. While Facebook secret conversations are encrypted, the other person can still take a screenshot of your conversation and share it with others. How to Verify Facebook Secret Conversations
All Facebook secret conversations are encrypted. Facebook also gives you the option to verify the end-to-end encryption by comparing device keys. Both parties in the conversation will receive device keys, which you can compare to ensure they match. To view a conversation's device key in Android or iOS: Open a secret conversation with someone and tap the information (i) icon at the top of the screen. On iOS, tap the user's name at the top of the screen. Tap Your Keys. Compare the device key that appears under your friend's name with the key on their device to make sure they match. Compare device keys in person or via screenshot. How to Delete Secret Facebook Messenger Conversations
You can delete Facebook secret conversations on your devices, but you can't delete secret conversations on your recipient's device. Open the Facebook Messenger app and tap your profile picture. Tap Privacy. Tap Secret Conversations. Tap Delete all secret conversations. Tap Delete. Access Secret Conversations on Multiple Devices
You can only access a secret conversation on the device the you created it on. You can send secret conversations from another device, but you won't be able to see any previous messages. When you sign in to Messenger on a new device, you won't see the messages from previous secret conversations. You'll receive a notification in past secret conversations letting you, and the other participant know you're on a new device. Once the device is added, you'll see new messages in secret conversations on all active devices. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Find Hidden Facebook Messages How to Log Out of Facebook Messenger How to Find Your Facebook Messenger History How to Unblock Someone on Messenger How to Recover Deleted Messages on Facebook Messenger How to PM on Facebook How to Add Anyone to Facebook Messenger How to Use Messenger Without a Facebook Account WhatsApp Encryption: What It Is and How to Use It How to Tell When Someone Reads Your Text Message How to Message on Tinder How to Unsend a Facebook Message How to Activate and Use Facebook Dating How to Prevent Strangers From Seeing Your Facebook Profile How to Tell If Someone Blocked You on Facebook Messenger The 5 Best Secure Email Services for 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies