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Messenger Kids

Messenger Kids

The Messaging App for Kids

115K ratings
4176 reviews
#54 in free Social Networking
🌐 Social Networking
📷 Photo & Video
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 24, 2018
  • August 2, 2026

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Meta Platforms, Inc.
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About

A secure messaging app designed for children, offering creative tools for communication and video calls. Parents have full control over contacts and usage, ensuring a safe and worry-free experience with no ads or in-app purchases.

✓Parental control dashboard
✓Kid-friendly filters and effects
✓Creative expression tools (stickers, GIFs, drawing)
✓Usage time limits
✓No phone number required
✓No ads or in-app purchases
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Messenger Kids. Based on 115K reviews and a 4.3/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Social Networking app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great for connecting with friends and family
  • 🔒Secure and parent-controlled
  • 👍Fun filters and stickers
  • 👍Helpful for kids during COVID-19
  • 👍Easy to use and set up

Negative things

  • 🐛Glitches and bugs with messaging and calling
  • 🔒Restrictive parental controls
  • 👎Outdated or limited features
  • 👎Annoying notifications and inability to silence
  • 👎Childish interface for older kids
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What's New in Messenger Kids

325.0

August 2, 2026

Thank you for using Messenger Kids! We are continuously updating and improving the app to make it an even better experience for kids and their families.

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📉 54-5

Social Networking

This app dropped -5 positions in Social Networking chart.

Last updated on August 8, 2026.

User reviews

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Ok

This is a great app and all but I don’t like how your parents can read EVERYTHING you text! Like yes we are kids but we need some privacy! Also it would be better if u could reply to messages, also! It would be great if you could delete messages! Cause then if u accidentally send someone a surprise for them, it’ll be ruined! Also I don’t like how messenger kids go’s to sleep and then you can’t see any messages! I would like those 4 things to change!
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Some lags

This is a great app although I have to tap the camera button multiple times for it to actually take a picture. It also sends me messages again after I already read them. But other than that it’s a great app
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Nice

Very good
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A bug/message error

Hi hello! So this started back in May 2025 where i see a message, but that message keeps sending even though i seen it already, it keeps sending messages i’ve seen until the last message was sent to me, can you please tell me why this is happening + fix this error for those who have it also? (it just might be for me i dont know-)
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to send/receive messages and photos

Bug

Frequent disconnections and 'reconnecting' issues

Bug

Glitches with group calls and games

Bug

Problems with account creation and login

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Allow customization of chat colors, backgrounds, and emojis

Feature

Add a 'do not disturb' mode

Feature

Increase video recording time limit

Feature

Improve search and contact management

Feature

Integrate with other social platforms like Facebook

Feature

FAQ

What is Messenger Kids?

Messenger Kids is a free messaging and video calling app designed specifically for children. It allows kids to connect with friends and family in a safe, controlled environment. Parents can manage contacts, monitor messages, and set usage limits.

How does parental control work in Messenger Kids?

Parents have a dedicated Parent Dashboard where they can manage their child's contact list, approve or deny new contacts, and monitor message activity. Parents are also notified when a child blocks a contact, ensuring transparency and control.

Is Messenger Kids free to use?

Yes, Messenger Kids is completely free to download and use. The app does not feature any in-app purchases or advertisements, providing a worry-free experience for both children and parents.

What kind of creative features does Messenger Kids offer?

Children can express themselves creatively through a variety of fun features. This includes kid-friendly filters, reactions, sound effects for video calls, a wide selection of stickers and GIFs, and drawing tools to personalize their messages.

Do kids need a phone number to use Messenger Kids?

No, a phone number is not required to set up an account for Messenger Kids. This makes it easy for children to start communicating without needing their own phone line, simplifying the initial setup process.