Facebook, one of the world’s most renowned social networking site is
planning to add a new feature in its Messenger app that will enable
users send money directly to friends or members of the family
conveniently.
According to a blog post from the firm, the feature will initially be
made available for users in the US. To avail this feature, users will
need to register debit cards to send or receive payments through
Messenger.
“We use secure systems that encrypt the connection between you and
Facebook as well as your card information when you ask us to store it
for you. We use layers of software and hardware protection that meet the
highest industry standards,” the post read.
After registering the debit card, users can tap a dollar icon while talking to a friend, enter the amount and send the money.
“These payment systems are kept in a secured environment that is
separate from other parts of the Facebook network and that receive
additional monitoring and control. A team of anti-fraud specialists
monitor for suspicious purchase activity to help keep accounts safe,”
the blog post said.
The new feature will initially be available for Android and iOS Messenger apps as well as the messaging section on Facebook.