Facebook for Android

Facebook is a social networking app by Meta Platforms, Inc. that brings a personalized feed, community spaces and direct communication together in one Android client. It addresses the problem of keeping up with many separate streams of people, interests and conversations by consolidating them into a single scrolling surface where posts, media and discussions are organized around accounts and groups. The Feed can be tuned so that preferred topics appear more often and less relevant material appears less often, while search returns interactive results for a given topic. Reels, Marketplace listings, groups and messaging all sit inside the same navigation structure, so moving between browsing, reacting, commenting and replying does not require leaving the app. Generative AI tools are included for creating custom stickers and images, and Meta AI can be queried for information directly in the app. Video and voice calls handle synchronous contact, while stories and template-based reels cover short-form publishing. The build is 147 MB, requires Android 11 or later, and is listed as free with advertising and in-app purchases present. Some features may vary by country or region.

Key features

• A customizable Feed that emphasizes the topics and accounts a user engages with most
• Marketplace browsing for buying and selling items within the app
• Reels presented in a continuous, interest-based stream
• Meta AI available for asking questions and receiving answers without leaving the app
• Groups with topic-focused feeds, joining and contribution tools, plus moderation controls for admins
• Direct messaging for privately sharing posts and reels, alongside video and voice calls
• Generative AI for building custom stickers and images to send to friends
• Profile customization controlling how an account appears and who can see posts
• Stories for capturing and sharing moments as they happen
• Reel creation from trending templates with a set of editing tools

How to install

1. Tap the download button on this page to get the APK file.
2. When Android prompts you, allow your browser or file manager to install apps by enabling the Install unknown apps permission for that app.
3. Open the downloaded APK file from your notifications or your file manager.
4. Tap Install and wait while the 147 MB package is written to your device.
5. Open the app once installation finishes; it requires Android 11 or later to run.

Fresh Updates

Facebook's latest update, released on October 21, 2026, focuses on enhancing the app's reliability and speed. Users can now like posts, photos, and Pages even when they're offline. The update also introduces new controls for managing tags—both those you've created and those added by friends—along with the ability to easily turn post notifications on or off. These changes aim to provide a smoother, more flexible experience for staying connected.

This app suits adults and older teenagers who want one place to follow friends, creators and interest-based communities, and who are comfortable with an ad-supported, account-driven service. It is a reasonable fit for people who value groups and Marketplace alongside a feed, and who want messaging and calls available without switching apps. Users who prefer minimal permissions or no advertising may find the permission list and ad model harder to accept.

Because the permission set is wide, review which categories the app can access in Android settings after installation and revoke anything you do not need. Use the Feed controls to reduce unwanted content, and check the tag-removal options if you want tighter control over what appears on your profile.

Facebook remains a broad social client that folds feed, groups, Marketplace, reels and messaging into one Android app, with a 147 MB footprint and Android 11 as the minimum. Its convenience comes with ads, in-app purchases and an extensive permission list, so weigh those trade-offs before installing.