In early 2022, Mark Zuckerberg announced an update to Facebook Messenger introducing disappearing messages and a feature that notifies users if someone screenshots these messages.

This update aims to enhance privacy within the app. Zuckerberg shared the news on his Facebook profile, stating, ""​New update for end-to-end encrypted Messenger chats so you get a notification if someone screenshots a disappearing message.""

This feature aligns Messenger with other messaging platforms that offer disappearing messages and screenshot alerts, emphasizing Meta's commitment to user privacy and data security.