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Meta quietly launches a new Reddit-like app called Forum

TechCrunch · May 22, 2026, 2:24 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Meta has quietly released a new standalone app for Facebook Groups, called Forum.
  • The company seems to be positioning Forum as a platform that functions similarly to Reddit, describing the app as a dedicated space built for deeper discussions, real answers and communities you care about.
  • The app appears to have been first spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra.

Meta has quietly released a new standalone app for Facebook Groups, called Forum.

The company seems to be positioning Forum as a platform that functions similarly to Reddit, describing the app as a dedicated space built for deeper discussions, real answers and communities you care about.

The app appears to have been first spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra.

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