Does the messenger app sometimes show you online even when you are not?

Even when you’re not using the app, it could still be running data in the background or when you get a message or notification it will run the data as if you were actually using the app. Also, if you are physically using the messenger app it will show you as active.

Why does messenger say Im active when Im not?

Originally Answered: What does it mean when Facebook Messenger say I’m active when I’m not using Messenger? It means either you’re using Facebook app or there’s messenger app running in the background processes of your phone or there’s someone who is using your account (possibilities are usually low, so don’t worry).

Can you tell if someone logs into your Messenger?

Set up login alerts which notify you whenever someone has accessed your account on any machine or device. Go to Settings > Security > Login Alerts , where you these notifications can be set up.

How do I know if I’m active on messenger or Facebook?

Also, if you are physically using the messenger app it will show you as active. But when you switch back to facebook and you’re just scrolling your feed, etc, it will show you as “active x minutes ago..” Normally, as long as you’re on wifi, you’re gonna be ‘active’ on facebook , whether you’re using it or not.

Can my friends see if I’m active or offline on messenger?

All your added friends, whether or not they use messenger, will be able to see if you’re active or offline. This active button tells your friends if you’re currently using Facebook— not just Facebook messenger. If you want to make your status offline, then find the sidebar (to the right of your screen.)

What does “by active” mean on messenger?

By Active, it means you are connected to the Internet and your status is “Online”. In such a case, other person on your messenger list will see your status as Online and can msg or call you through messenger which will pop up on your screen.

Does the Facebook App Show you online too?

Yes, Facebook app will show you online too because Facebook and Messenger both are used for same website. Facebook is used to show everything that Facebook web app which means that you are online but the Messenger is used to chat with the friends. This means that you will be online while using any one of the app.