How to start a Facebook secret conversation

Have you ever wanted to have a private conversation with someone without having it plastered all over social media? Maybe you need to keep something confidential, or just want to chat without others knowing. If so, then Facebook secret conversations are the perfect solution. In this blog post, we will explore how to set up […]

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Have you ever wanted to have a private conversation with someone without having it plastered all over social media? Maybe you need to keep something confidential, or just want to chat without others knowing. If so, then Facebook secret conversations are the perfect solution. In this blog post, we will explore how to set up a secure and private conversation on Facebook Messenger. We’ll discuss how you can start a secret conversation, the features included in this type of message, and how it differs from regular messaging. Read on to learn more about how to use Facebook secret conversations today!

What is a secret conversation on Facebook?

When you message someone on Facebook, the default is that your conversation is public. But did you know that you can also start a secret conversation?

Secret conversations are end-to-end encrypted, which means that only you and the person you're messaging can read them. They're also not stored on Facebook's servers, so Facebook can't read them.

To start a secret conversation, just open up a new message and tap on the little lock icon in the top right corner. Then, enter the name of the person you want to message and hit send.

Your secret conversation will look like any other message thread, but it will have a little padlock next to it to indicate that it's encrypted. You can even set messages to disappear after a certain amount of time by tapping on the clock icon in the top right corner.

So if you want to keep your messages private, be sure to start a secret conversation next time you're messaging someone on Facebook!

How to enable Messenger’s secret conversations

Facebook's secret conversations feature allows you to have end-to-end encrypted conversations with another person on Messenger. This means that no one, not even Facebook, can read or listen to your conversations. Secret conversations are only available on the Messenger app for iPhone and Android, so you'll need to make sure you're using the latest version of the app.

To start a secret conversation:

1. Open the Messenger app and tap on the pencil icon in the upper right-hand corner.

2. Tap "New Message."

3. Tap "Secret" in the upper right-hand corner. This will bring up a list of your Facebook friends who also have secret conversations enabled. If you don't see anyone listed, it means they don't have secret conversations enabled yet. You can still send them a message, but it won't be end-to-end encrypted.

4. Tap on the person you want to start a secret conversation with and then tap "OK."

5. Your conversation will now be end-to-end encrypted. You'll know this because there will be a lock icon next to the person's name in the conversation window.

For iOS devices

If you're using an iOS device, there are a few extra steps you need to take to start a Facebook secret conversation. First, open the Facebook app and go to your inbox. Then, tap on the New Message icon and select the Secret option from the list of message types.

Now, you'll be able to choose who you want to have a secret conversation with by selecting their name from your list of Facebook friends. Once you've chosen a friend, the screen will switch to a new interface where your messages will appear in encrypted form.

To send an encrypted message, simply type out your message and hit the send button. Your friend will then receive the message in their private inbox where only they will be able to read it.

For Android devices

If you want to start a Facebook secret conversation on your Android device, there are a few things you need to do. First, open the Facebook Messenger app and tap on the icon in the top right corner that looks like a pencil. This will bring up the "New Message" screen. Next, tap on the icon in the top right corner that looks like a person with a plus sign next to it. This will allow you to add a new contact. Once you've added your contact, tap on their name to start a new message. On the next screen, tap on the icon in the top right corner that looks like a lock. This will enable secret conversations for this message thread. You can now start chatting privately with your contact!

How to start a secret conversation on Facebook

Assuming you already have Facebook installed on your device, open the app and sign in.

On the Facebook home screen, tap the messenger icon in the top right corner.

On the next screen, tap the "New Message" icon in the top right corner.

Enter the name of the person you want to message, then tap their name when it appears below.

When the conversation opens, tap the "i" icon in the top right corner.

On the next screen, tap "Secret Conversation."

Your secret conversation will now be open!

How to view secret conversations on Messenger

If you want to view your secret conversations on Messenger, there are a few different ways to do so.

One way is to open the conversation in the Messenger app and tap on the vertical ellipsis icon in the top-right corner. From there, select 'View Secret Conversation.'

Another way to view your secret conversations is to go into your Facebook settings. Click on 'Messenger' from the sidebar menu and then select 'Secret Conversations.' Here, you'll be able to see all of your secret conversations and can choose which ones you want to view.

To view a specific secret conversation, simply click on it and it will open up in a new window. You can then chat with your friend as usual. Remember that these conversations are still private and only visible to you and the person you're chatting with - so don't share anything too personal!

Enhancing your online privacy

If you're concerned about online privacy, you may want to consider using Facebook's secret conversation feature. This feature allows you to have private conversations with your friends that are encrypted and can only be read on the device where the conversation was started. Here's how to start a secret conversation on Facebook:

1. Open the Facebook Messenger app.

2. Tap on the new message icon.

3. Tap on the Secret icon in the top right corner of the screen.

4. Select the friend you want to start a secret conversation with from your list of contacts.

5. Type your message and hit send!