If Messenger is not listed in the Available Updates section, there is no update available for the app.
Tap What’s New to view the update details. You may not see much information here, as Facebook doesn’t release specific patch notes for updates.
You can start Messenger by tapping the icon on your Home screen. You can also swipe down on your Home screen and type “Messenger” to search for it.
Return to the Home screen if you are in the App Store. Press and hold on any app icon until the start to wiggle. Tap the “X” in the corner of the Messenger app. Tap “Delete” to confirm. Download the app again from the App Store.
If Messenger is not listed in the Updates section, there is no update available for your device.
You may want to connect to a wireless network before updating, as the app can be fairly large.
Open the Play Store and search for Messenger. Tap Facebook Messenger in the list of results. Tap Uninstall and then OK to remove the app. Tap Install to download the app again.
