★★★★★Bobby Johnsonv26.40.2.016 Oct 2026
so far so good...and Kool beans
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★★★★★David Almanzav26.40.1.016 Oct 2026
very very good phone app
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very very good phone app
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my app just stopped receiving messages, nothing uploading, now it wont log me back in. I love this app and I have used it off and on for years. please fix whatever bugs it has so I can go back to enjoying one of my favorite apps.
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Thanks for taking the time to let us know that you’re having trouble receiving your texts. Please make sure that your app is updated to the most recent version and all of your permissions are enabled. If the issue persists please email community@textnow.com for further assistance.
It's dece.
I likeit
I like this app
Excellent
awesome for second number!
ETA: FYI I did have the latest version installed, I'm not an idiot. The call quality issue is absolutely on your end. It's been on your end all 3 or 4 times I've tried TextNow. No idea how this app has 4.6 stars, the call quality has always sucked, the ads are intrusive, and you charge extra to receive verification codes. I'm done. I will not be spending any more money on this app.
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Thanks for taking the time to let us know about your calling concerns. If you haven't already, we suggest updating the app to the most recent version, and making sure all of your permissions are turned on for the TextNow app. If you still require assistance, please write to us at community@textnow.com.
From 364 saved reviews since 13 Apr 2025, all countries.
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“account creation is broken, my proton and tuta email will not work.”
“I always purchased the $2 plan but switched it up to the $7.99 w/ out adds.”
“My connection is not the issue, I know this for a fact.”
“But their "Protection" button doesn't even work, really, to see if it's "actually me".”
Share of the 181 positive reviews that mention it
“luckily I had a extra old phone and downloaded this app on it, chose a number for my area and just like that I had a phone to talk and text for FREE as long …”
“I love this app been using the free plan with the $5 SIM card an is great because of the excellent coverage and unlimited texting an calling with a rewards s…”
“I think 3 times in the whole time I've been using it, I've had a pop-up 5 second ad 😂❤️ With the FreeFlex plan you can also use maps, you can look up things…”
“the only cons I had is the sound quality.”
“The app's simple & the ad pushing practices aren't too egregious in my experience, plus they have a paid number lock feature that lets you keep a # even thou…”
A drop after an update usually means the update broke something.