What Happened to AOL Instant Messenger?

At a glance: Founded: 1997. Defunct: 2017. Fate: Discontinued. Category: Software/Internet. Country: US.

AIM instant messaging service shut down in 2017.

Explore more

Related books, memorabilia, and resources about AOL Instant Messenger.

Find histories, biographies, and documentaries mentioning AOL Instant Messenger.

Posters, ads, merch, packaging and more from the AOL Instant Messenger era.

Dig deeper into primary sources, press coverage, and catalogs.

Disclosure: Some links above are affiliate links. If you click and purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.