Facebook Messenger: Here's How to Give a Contact a Nickname

They can only be viewed by the users in the chat

Did you know Facebook Messenger allows you to personalize your conversations by giving each of your contacts a nickname? For instance, if you have a term of endearment for your significant other, you may wish to give them that nickname within the application. Our guide will show you how this feature works.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the Messenger app on iOS. Also note, these same steps apply whether you’re giving someone a nickname in a one-on-one conversation or a group chat.

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