Download AOL Instant Messenger (AIM)

AIM is the next generation of instant messaging software. We listened to your requests and added lots of new features. Plus, we streamlined the software to make sure it's fast enough to keep up with you.
key features

Offline IMs
Don't miss out on your IMs just because you're busy. AIM 6.0 lets you retrieve the messages you missed while you were offline.

IM Grouping
Keep all of your IMs organized in one easy window. AIM 6.0 makes managing your social life even easier.

IM Logging
AIM 6.0 lets you save your IM conversations on your computer. Now you'll never have to worry about remembering what one of your friends said to you.

Picture Sharing
Share your pictures with your buddies with AIM 6.0. The new drag-and-drop interface makes it a snap.

Bigger Buddy List
We've doubled the number of buddies you can have on your Buddy List window. AIM 6.0 makes it easy to stay in touch with up to 1,000 of your closest friends.

PC to PC Chat
AIM 6.0 integrates seamlessly with AIM Phoneline. Keep on talking with your friends, even if your fingers are tired of typing.

Innovative Wallpapers
These wallpapers are interactive - they work with AIM 6.0 and have lots of hidden surprises waiting for you to discover.

AIM Pages
AIM 6 brings Profiles to a whole new life. We'll start your AIM Page off with some vanity info, and you fill in the rest.