Versions v15.0 and above will either refuse to install (Parse Error) or crash instantly on Android 2.3 due to missing OpenGL ES 2.0 extensions.
The current Messenger app requires at least Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher. For Android 2.3 users, the only solution to keep chatting is to install an . facebook messenger old version apk for android 2.3
If that fails, install – it is slightly more stable for login, though missing a few features. Versions v15
Search Query Tip: On these sites, search specifically for or look through the "Versions" tab and scroll down to find releases from 2014. If that fails, install – it is slightly
: If the APKs fail to log in, using a lightweight browser to visit Facebook.com is the official recommendation for Gingerbread users. Where to Download
Since the Play Store won't serve these versions to you, you'll need to "sideload" an APK from a reputable third-party archive.
Android 2.3 does not allow installations from outside the Play Store by default for security reasons.