While most users simply tap "Get" in the App Store to install Facebook Messenger, a growing community of power users and legacy device owners looks toward Messenger IPA files

A leaner, cleaner way to chat—but only for those brave enough to leave the walled garden.

For users with a jailbroken iPhone, installing any IPA becomes trivial using tools like or AppSync Unified . However, jailbreaking:

The Ultimate Guide to Messenger IPA Files: Features, Installation, and Safety