Summary: MSN Messenger doesn't allow you to log into multiple accounts, but there are ways to get around this.
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How do you set things up so you are signed into MSN Messenger using two different accounts at the same time? I have an account with my new friends, but I also have an account that I use with others that I want to talk to at the same time. |
You're not alone. I get this question frequently. Sadly, MSN Messenger, or it's lesser twin Windows Messenger, simply don't allow you to do this. At least not directly.
But, as they say, we have ways of letting you talk.
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MSN Messenger only allows you to run one instance at a time, and that one instance can only log in as a single user. The same is true for Windows Messenger. The upshot is that each of these simply cannot use multiple accounts at the same time.
At least not on their own.
And therein lies the answer.
You can run MSN Messenger at the same time as Windows Messenger, and each could be logged into a different account. Or for that matter, you could use MSN's web-based messenger service in addition to either, or both, of the instant messaging applications.
Or, you could use Trillian, Gaim or perhaps other IM clients. Trillian and Gaim are multi-protocol instant messaging clients that allow you to use a single program to talk to MSN, AIM, Yahoo and other IM buddies. These can be run along side the IM clients mentioned so far, so you could, for example, use Trillian to talk using one account, and MSN Messenger to talk using another.
And finally, Trillian actually supports multiple accounts natively. You can configure it with two (or presumably more) MSN identities, and chat at the same time using both.
You can even chat with yourself, if that kind of thing appeals to you.
Related:
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What's the difference between MSN Messenger, Windows Messenger, and Windows Messenger? Messenger, Messenger or Messenger? Three different programs all with similar names. We'll sort out which messenger is which.
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Can I use more than one instant messaging service using only one client? There are a couple of programs that allow you to use more than one instant messaging service using only one client.
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Can I run two versions of MSN Messenger at the same? Unless you have two computers running simultaneously you cannot run two different versions of MSN Messenger at the same time.
Article C2617 - April 8, 2006
you can use a portable version of the program downloadable here
http://rapidshare.com/files/17236012/Portable_Msn_live_8.rar
to my knowledge it's legal.
it's a portable version of msn that lets you run it as many times as you want.
Posted by: Sean at August 5, 2007 6:03 AMThe easiest (I promise you) way to run multiple MSN messengers simultaneously in my opinion without installling that polgamy crap which didn't work, is to first:
1.) If you do not have the latest windows installer, install that (if you run windows xp like me), I installed windows installer 3.1 (came with windows server 2003 and later versions) please go here NOW: http://www.toggle.com/lv/group/view/kl39621/Microsoft_Windows_Installer.htm
Install it and when it's done..
2.) You will want to, no you have to install Windows Live Messenger Beta, go here: http://get.live.com/en-us/betas/messenger_betas
**NOTE: You cannot install this version if you do not I repeat do not have the latest windows installer.
3.) After Windows Live Messenger Beta is installed, log in into one your msn accounts, maximize the msn window and then go to the top and click on Plus!> Preferences...
A window should pop up, go to the Messenger tab and check off the Allow me to connect to several accounts simultaneously. Click ok and you're done.
4.) Make sure you drag your Windows Live Messenger Beta on your desktop, if you haven't done so already. Double click on the WLMB icon and happy msn-ing.
Posted by: jennifer at August 21, 2007 6:04 PM"I dont see any Plus!..."
You have to install Messenger Plus. That step is missing...
http://www.msgpluslive.net/
Have fun.
Posted by: led at September 11, 2007 8:46 AMThere is a software called MSNShell, please go to http://www.msnshell.com/ to download and it free.
The software allow for multiple MSN account sign in at the same time, no limitation.
Posted by: JY at December 30, 2007 10:44 AMIt also have option to remove MSN ad banner.
I've been using for many years.
Try it.
Gaim is now known as Pidgin. This open source client is impressive and extremely light weight. Sadly it does not support many popular MSN features such as sending custom emoticons.
Posted by: LF at February 16, 2008 4:35 AMINSTALL msn SHELL
Posted by: Michael Chang at February 26, 2008 9:51 PMinstall either polygamy or msnshell. msn plus is cancer.
Posted by: slashx24 at June 6, 2008 5:13 AMAnother good program is A-Patch - http://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fapatch.org%2F&ei=MNDRSOSYI57sgQK65-2DCQ&usg=AFQjCNED4Zul5rM3cu-_0aG4UF3hR7lQUA&sig2=xLiRxgS_FcaqUOlR-ElbCQ
It allows removing of advertisements as well as other neat stuff
Posted by: nubious at September 17, 2008 8:52 PMwell i remember once i dounble clicked on windows live messenger and two sign in screens popped up so ive been signing into 2 msn accounts since
Posted by: jordan at March 11, 2009 4:12 PM1) Install msn plus
Posted by: Enzo at May 27, 2009 9:38 PM2) when install finish launch yr msn, click on the plus! tab.
3) select preference and options
4) a window widown will pop out, at there select the customize! tab
5) check the all me to connect to several account.
6) now u can launch muti msn by simpily double click the msn exe program.