Messenger PIN Code?

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Hello,
For some time now, when I open Messenger on my PC, a message appears saying "enter the PIN code" and a box with 6 slots for input... I don't remember ever setting a PIN code for Messenger or FB, or if I did, I didn't write it down anywhere :-( ! Where could I find it? In fact, Messenger seems to be working, but it's true, I feel like I'm missing some messages that I receive on my mobile....
Thanks for any advice!

alain


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MPMP10 Posted messages 46984 Registration date   Status Membre Last intervention   18 842
 

Hello,

Why has Messenger recently asked you to provide a PIN code?

The famous messaging app has started asking its users to create a PIN code to synchronize their chats across their devices.

https://www.rtl.fr/actu/sciences-tech/pourquoi-messenger-vous-demande-depuis-peu-de-renseigner-un-code-pin-7900344959

Messenger PIN Code: Why and how to secure your conversations on Facebook

https://francoischarron.com/reseaux-sociaux/medias-sociaux/code-pin-messenger-pourquoi-et-comment-securiser-vos-discussions-dans-facebook/zXiumTS2Iv/

How to reset the Messenger PIN for encrypted conversations

However, if you have forgotten your famous PIN code, it is possible to reset it.

Steps to reset your Messenger PIN

  • Open the Messenger mobile app
  • Tap on the three horizontal lines in the upper left corner
  • Press the gear icon at the top
  • Go to the tab: Privacy and security
  • Select the option: End-to-end encrypted conversations
  • Choose the option: Secure storage
  • Tap on: Reset PIN
  • After tapping on: Reset PIN, you must enter a new 6-digit code, and you're good to go!

https://francoischarron.com/reseaux-sociaux/medias-sociaux/comment-reinitialiser-le-code-pin-de-messenger-pour-les-conversations-chiffrees/LE9qXfJjXG/

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