Windows Messenger — Windows XP
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Windows Messenger for Windows XP — run it in your browser

The Windows XP instant messenger with a contact list, sign-in window and chat windows.

▶ Open Windows Messenger in Windows XP

About Windows Messenger in Windows XP

Windows Messenger was integrated into Windows XP as the successor of MSN Messenger. Its green-man icon, the "someone is typing" status and the contact list with Online, Away and Busy entries defined 2000s chat.

What works in this simulator

  • Sign-in window with .NET Passport style login
  • Contact list with presence
  • Chat windows with replies from AI contacts
  • Sounds for sign-in and new messages

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Windows Messenger and MSN Messenger?
Windows Messenger was the version built into Windows XP; MSN Messenger (later Windows Live Messenger) was the separately downloaded consumer client. Both used the .NET Messenger Service.
Who are the contacts in this Windows Messenger?
They are AI personas living in 2006. They come online, show typing status and reply to your messages.

This is a free recreation of Windows XP Professional SP2 (Luna blue theme) written in HTML, CSS and JavaScript — nothing is downloaded or installed, and your files stay in your own browser. Open the full Windows XP desktop.

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