In a bid to help families connect better , Facebook introduced Messenger Kinds that will make it easier for children to safely video chat and message with family and friends when they can't be together in person. Messenger Kid is a stand - alone app that will be available on kid's tablets or smartphones but can be controlled from a parent's Facebook account.Facebook found that there's a need for a messaging app that let's kids connect with people they love but also has the level of control parents want. In addition to video chat , kids can send photos , videos or Text messages to their parent approved friends and adult relatives , who will receive the messages via their regular Messenger via their regular Messenger app. Parents can set up Messenger Kids account in four steps .
First , download the Messenger Kids app on your child's iPad , iPod touch iPhone from the App Store. Then , authenticate your child's device using your own Facebook username and password. This will not create a Facebook account for your child or give them access to your Facebook account. Now , finish the setup process by creating an account for your child , where all you'll need to do is provide their name . Then , the device can be handed over to the child so they can start chatting with the family and friends you approve.