Can you tell if someone is on Facebook or Messenger?

Answered by Cody Janus

I can help you with that. When it comes to determining if someone is currently active on Facebook or Messenger, there are a few ways to check. The most common method is by looking for the green dot that appears next to their name or profile picture. This indicates that they are currently active on the platform.

To begin, you will need to go to your Contacts list on Facebook or Messenger. Locate the person you are interested in and click on the “Options” button, which is typically represented by three dots or lines. From the drop-down menu that appears, select the “Turn on Active Status” option. This will enable you to see the active status of your contacts.

Once you have turned on the active status feature, you can now check if someone is currently active. Look for the green dot that appears between their profile picture and their name. If you see the green dot, it means that they are currently active on Facebook or the Messenger app.

It’s important to note that the active status feature only displays real-time activity. This means that if someone is active at the moment, you will see the green dot. However, if they are not actively using the platform, the dot will not be visible. Keep in mind that some users may choose to disable their active status, so you may not always see the green dot even if they are active.

In addition to the green dot, Facebook and Messenger also provide other indicators of activity. For example, you may see a timestamp next to a person’s name, indicating the last time they were active. This can give you an idea of when they were last active on the platform, even if they are not currently online.

It’s worth mentioning that privacy settings can affect the visibility of active status. Users have the option to adjust their privacy settings to control who can see their active status. If someone has chosen to limit the visibility of their active status, you may not be able to see the green dot even if they are active.

Determining if someone is on Facebook or Messenger can be done by checking for the green dot next to their name or profile picture. By turning on the active status feature, you can see the real-time activity of your contacts. However, keep in mind that privacy settings and user preferences can affect the visibility of active status.