In Facebook's first foray into the transportation business, the firm has agreed to work with Uber to allow users to hail Uber cabs directly from the Messenger app.
The new service means Messenger users will be able to ask for an Uber vehicle without leaving the Facebook software.
Users will not need to download the Uber app separately.
"Uber on Messenger" began in parts of the US this week, the two firms said.
The companies announced their new venture via separate blogs.
Facebook has some 1.5 billion users globally and Uber is the world's biggest driver-hailing app in terms of financing.
If successful, the partnership between the firms will give Uber access to many new and potential clients - Facebook's Messenger app has some 700 million users worldwide.
"With the ability to request, view, and pay for an Uber ride in Messenger, taking your next ride is as simple as sending a message," Uber said on its news blog.
"You can request a ride from a car service without ever needing to download an extra app or leave a conversation," Facebook explained.
The social media giant said the new transportation function on its Messenger app was part of its ongoing development.
"More countries and other transportation partners will be available soon," it added.
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