Platforms & communities
DM
Direct message: a message sent through a platform's private messaging feature.
In everyday use
“Send me a DM if the download link does not open.”
What to keep in mind
Private messaging still depends on platform settings and data policies.
Also searched as: direct message, private message
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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