Saving a large batch of photos from a Facebook Messenger thread can be tedious if you try to do it one by one. Whether you are backing up memories from a group chat or saving project assets, there are several ways to streamline the process across different devices. 1. Using the Messenger Desktop App (Windows/macOS)

If you need to download thousands of photos from years of conversations, the most efficient method is using Facebook’s built-in data portability tool. This allows you to request a ZIP file of every image ever sent to you.

Long-press the first image. On many updated versions of the app, you can then tap additional images to "check" them.

Select "HTML" for easy viewing or "JSON" for data backups.

💡 If you frequently share high-quality photos, consider using a cloud link (like Google Photos or iCloud) within Messenger. Facebook compresses images significantly, so downloading them directly from Messenger will result in lower resolution than the originals. To help you find the fastest method, tell me:

Click the extension icon. It will "sniff" the page for image URLs.

While Messenger doesn’t always have a "Select All" button, you can right-click individual images in this view to "Save to Downloads" much faster than scrolling through the chat history. 2. Using "Your Information" Tool (The Nuclear Option)

For users who want a "Select All" experience without downloading their entire account history, Chrome extensions like or "Image Downloader" can bridge the gap. Install: Add the extension to your Chrome or Edge browser.