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Free on Google Play for Android phones and tablets running Android 7.0 or newer.
Get the app
Install Messages - SMS Texting from Google Play.
Package name: com.sms.messagesiphone
Requirements
- Android 7.0 (API 24) or newer
- A SIM card or eSIM with SMS service for texting
- MMS enabled on your plan for picture and group messages
- Set as your default SMS app to send and receive texts (you can browse in read-only mode first)
How to install and set up
Open Google Play
Tap the button above on your Android phone, or search for "Messages - SMS Texting" in the Play Store.
Install and open the app
Swipe through the short introduction to see what the app can do.
Set as default SMS app
Choose Set as Default SMS App and confirm the Android prompt. Prefer to look around first? Choose Not now – just read my messages and switch later. Why this is needed.
Allow permissions
Allow SMS and contacts access so your conversations and names appear, and notifications so you hear about new messages.
Need help? See the guide, the FAQ or contact support.
Before you download
Messages - SMS Texting is free and supported by ads. Read our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions to see how the app handles your data and what to expect. The app is available on Android only.