While you can find on third-party sites like Uptodown or Softonic , downloading them is not recommended for two reasons:

To cut operational costs, Meta is reintegrating messaging back into the core Facebook app and streamlining its mobile offerings. 3. Can You Still Sideload It?

Downloading APKs from unofficial sources exposes your device to potential malware or outdated security protocols.

The iOS version was the first to go, discontinued back in 2020 .