PulseLink

“PulseLink Beacon Free must be your DEFAULT SMS handler to work. It keeps SMS/MMS on-device and adds device-automation shortcuts, Beacon Inbox, spam filtering, caller ID, and emergency alerts. Core (default role required): send/receive SMS/MMS, Beacon Inbox, spam guard, caller ID, automation shortcuts. Other: emergency/check‑in alerts with optional location; Assistant/quick actions; ads support the free tier. Permissions (purpose): SMS/MMS & Default SMS role for inbox and sending; Phone/Contacts for caller name and recipients; Notifications for message alerts; Location optional for emergency/check‑in; Storage/Photos optional for media. Data stays local; no third‑party data selling. If PulseLink isn’t default, Beacon features are hidden and messaging is limited.” PulseLink Beacon is your safety-first SMS app. It replaces your phone’s default messenger so you can keep texting while gaining quick access to emergency alerts, check-ins, and trusted-contact tools. The free tier is ad-supported; upgrade to Pro or Premium to remove ads and unlock more controls. Key features • Default SMS & MMS: set PulseLink Beacon as your default to send/receive texts seamlessly. • Beacon inbox: tidy threads with archive/delete, contact resolution, and search. • Safety shortcuts: one-tap emergency alert with optional location, plus “I’m safe” check-ins. • Trusted contacts: link people you trust; reorder and manage them from the home screen. • Do Not Disturb help: prompts to grant DND override for louder emergency tones. • Themes & readability: time-format toggle, color and layout presets for chats. • Private chats: optional PIN to hide select threads. • Battery + permission guidance: in-app tips to keep alerts and SMS delivery reliable. • Ads in free: banners/native ads on key screens; Pro/Premium remove ads. Upgrades (optional) • PulseLink Pro: ad-free experience, voice/assistant commands, richer contact controls. • PulseLink Premium: everything in Pro plus remote web access to messages and premium support. Getting started 1. Install, open, and grant SMS/Phone/Contacts/Call log (and Notifications on Android 13+). 2. Choose PulseLink Beacon as your default SMS app. 3. Tap the Beacon button to use the inbox; use Settings → Beacon inbox icon to hide/show the launcher. 4. Add trusted contacts and set your alert phrases if desired. Notes • MMS support is basic; multimedia sends/receives may vary by carrier/device. • Widgets are currently unavailable in the free tier. • We never store your messages in the cloud unless you enable Premium web access. Build info: v46 (versionCode 46).