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Facebook · com.facebook.katana

3.8 (25,952 ratings) 2B downloads v582.0.0.50.54 146.7 MB Android 11+ PEGI 12 · Low Maturity

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At a glance

Latest version
v582.0.0.50.54 (475417168)
Updated
Oct 6, 2026 (2 days ago)
APK size
146.7 MB
Requires
Android 11+ (API 30)
CPU support
ARM 64-bit
Graphics
OpenGL ES 2.0+
Android TV
Supported
Category
Social (app)
Listed since
Aug 3, 2011
Permissions
92 (18 sensitive)
Website
facebook.com/facebook
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Facebook is an app by Facebook in the Social category, listed since August 2011. It includes native code only for ARM 64-bit, so it won't install on phones that can only run 32-bit apps. It also supports Android TV.

Since version 390.0.0.27.105, the APK grew from 119.8 MB to 146.7 MB. It asks for 92 permissions, 18 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and record audio. It asks for the same permissions as version 582.0.0.49.54. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Ratings

3.8out of 525,952 ratings
  • 5 ★46%
  • 4 ★25%
  • 3 ★12%
  • 2 ★2%
  • 1 ★16%

Ratings from users of the source store — not collected or verified by AAPKs.

What's new in v582.0.0.50.54

- Like posts, photos and Pages when you're offline - Remove tags you've created - Remove tags of yourself that your friends have created - Turn post notifications on and off - Improvements for speed and reliability

Description

From the listing uploaded by “catnamiw”.

Facebook is a social communication platform that allows people to share updates, interact with content, and stay connected through a centralized feed. It supports posting, messaging, and community participation within a single environment organized around personal activity and shared spaces. Compatible with Android devices, the app presents posts, media, and conversations in a layout designed for easy navigation. The feed supports various content formats, including text posts, photos, and videos. The platform provides tools for reacting or commenting, giving each post its own discussion thread. Scrolling through items relies on simple gestures, and new material is added as updates occur. Users can also share their own posts through a composition area that includes options for attaching media, tagging locations, or writing short text entries. Beyond the feed, communication extends into integrated messaging access used for text-based conversations. While broader messaging features may exist in dedicated apps, Facebook retains entry points for reviewing recent chats and responding to ongoing exchanges. Messages appear in threaded form so conversation history remains visible while typing. Notifications related to chat activity rely on standard device behavior, ensuring updates reach the user without requiring separate configuration. Profile pages contribute another central element of the platform. Each profile displays recent posts, basic personal details, and a gallery of uploaded or tagged images. The app also includes options for adjusting visibility preferences, reviewing previous posts, and organizing connections. Users who navigate to their profile settings can change elements such as cover images or personal information directly within the mobile interface, with updates synchronizing across devices linked to the same account. Groups and community areas help structure discussions around shared interests. The platform provides dedicated sections where group content can be viewed, joined, or contributed to. These group feeds echo the layout of the main feed but center on topic-specific posts and member interactions. Browsing recent activity or using the search function within groups brings ongoing discussions into focus, and posting tools support media, polls, and standard text entries. Administrative features allow group managers to review membership or moderate content through built-in controls. Events receive their own section that organizes invitations, upcoming activities, and hosted gatherings. Each event entry lists details such as timing, a general description, and the host’s information. Participation is recorded through straightforward status selections. When the app is used regularly, the events area updates automatically with new invitations or reminders, using the device’s notification system to highlight items that require attention. The platform also maintains a marketplace section, which arranges local listings into structured categories. Each listing includes photos, descriptions, and location details. Filters allow browsing by distance, category, or price, and seller contact occurs through the established messaging system. Although integrated into the broader application, the marketplace layout remains distinct from the social feed, focusing on functional browsing and negotiation. A dedicated video area consolidates short clips and longer shows available within the platform. Designed for uninterrupted viewing, it includes options to follow creators or save videos for later. Playback adjusts according to device capabilities and connection quality, maintaining steady performance across varying network conditions commonly encountered on Android devices. Because this section operates separately from the main feed, it provides a focused space suited for extended viewing sessions. Settings distributed throughout the interface offer controls for notifications, privacy management, language selection, and content filtering. These tools appear in an organized menu that lets users determine how alerts are delivered and how information is displayed. Account management features, including login oversight and security tools, are grouped in the same area. Once installed, users can revisit settings at any time to refine how the app functions across their devices. Day-to-day navigation relies on a row of icons that separates major areas of the platform. This structure distinguishes social engagement, content discovery, and personal account features without overcrowding the main screen. Actions such as scrolling, commenting, and switching sections follow consistent patterns, minimizing the need for guidance. Media uploads, post creation, and interaction tools maintain stable layouts that remain familiar from one session to the next. Facebook organizes personal updates, conversations, and community activity within a single platform where each area remains distinct and easy to access. Familiar navigation patterns support ongoing interaction across posts, messages, and groups, allowing communication and content browsing to remain consistent over time.

Version history

35 versions are listed, going back to v390.0.0.27.105. New versions arrive here several times a week. Since v551.1.0.58.63 it requires Android 11+.

v582.0.0.50.54 LATEST Oct 6, 2026 146.7 MB TRUSTED v582.0.0.49.54 Oct 6, 2026 146.7 MB TRUSTED v582.0.0.39.54 Oct 5, 2026 146.9 MB TRUSTED v582.0.0.38.54 Oct 5, 2026 146.9 MB TRUSTED v582.0.0.31.54 Oct 4, 2026 146.3 MB TRUSTED

All 35 versions

Facebook among popular Social apps

Facebook is one of the 36 most downloaded apps in our Social category.

AppRatingDownloadsDownload size
Instagram 4.1 (16,666) 2B 128.5 MB
Facebook (this app) 3.8 (25,952) 2B 146.7 MB
Snapchat 4.2 (15,044) 1B+ –
TikTok Lite - Save Data & Fast 4.0 (281) 1B+ 86.5 MB
TikTok 4.2 (5,661) 1B+ –

Apps listed next to it in our Social ranking by downloads (pre-installed system apps left out). Ratings and download counts come from the source store; ratings with fewer than five votes and sizes of outdated listings aren't shown.

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Certificate issued to “Facebook Mobile” The developer's name — though anyone can put any name in a certificate.
  • Same certificate as the 5 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature under review Oct 7, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Facebook Corporation, OU=Facebook, O=Facebook Mobile, L=Palo Alto, ST=CA, C=US
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)8A:3C:4B:26:2D:72:1A:CD:49:A4:BF:97:D5:21:31:99:C8:6F:A2:B9
  • File MD54e22e63331025c8d671bc76997d4f926
  • Uploaded by “catnamiw” Silver tier · 17,716 followers · uploading since 2012

Scans and ratings come from the source store; the certificate comparisons are AAPKs's own, made from the files' published signatures (5 other versions compared). AAPKs doesn't scan files itself — compare the MD5 and signer after downloading.

Permissions (92)

Facebook requests 92 permissions, 18 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

Facebook APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Facebook for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 11 or later. Version 431.0.0.0.19 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 10 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 431.0.0.0.19 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Only if it is signed with the same certificate as the copy on your phone and isn't an older version. If Android says “App not installed”, the certificates differ; uninstalling your copy first works but deletes its data unless it is backed up.

Is Facebook free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the Facebook APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. It is signed with the same certificate as the 5 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 4e22e63331025c8d671bc76997d4f926.

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