TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited
Communication In-app purchases Contains ads
Get unlimited video calls, voice calls and texts with a local US number for free
- Rating
- 4.6
- 1.6M ratings
- Downloads
- 137M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Oct 26
- 2026 · v26.42.0.0
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About TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited
Join more than 100 million people who use TextNow for free texting, voice and video calling.
TextNow helps its users stay connected by providing them with a free, unlimited text and calling app that is fit for every budget - even $0. Download the app and receive a second phone number – with the area code of your choice – and start enjoying the freedom of communication for FREE without limits.
TextNow offers users a free local phone number to stay connected with friends and family, allowing them to make free CALLS, VIDEO CALLS and TEXT MESSAGES over WiFi or network data in the US within TextNow's nationwide network.
Introducing Video Calls
Start video calls wherever you are and whenever you want from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Unlike other apps that only let you start video calls with people who have the same app, TextNow lets you go out of network and call any smartphone, tablet, or computer connected to the internet.
Cheap International Calling
TextNow offers low-cost, international calls to over 230 countries. Stay connected longer with rates starting at less than $0.01 per minute. Add credits to your account to place low-cost international calls or earn credits towards international calling by completing in-app offers.
Why TextNow?
• Get a local US phone number friends and family can call
• Make and receive unlimited voice and video calls, texts, video or picture messages to the USA or Canada for FREE!
• Use across multiple devices – send unlimited messages and make calls on your computer or tablet, then access them from your phone while on the go!
• Call and text without using network data and without WiFi in the US
• Use voicemail transcription and conference calling
• Turn your Wi-Fi enabled tablets and computers into a phone
• Have fun sending and receiving emojis, stickers and gifs
• Call from a different number
Is TextNow free?
There are no yearly or monthly fees, however the app comes with a few ads. If you don't like ads, you can purchase a subscription to remove them.
Features Standard for All Users
• PassCode to keep messages safe and private
• Caller ID
• Google Smart Lock (no need to remember your password)
• Signatures: add a personalized signature to each text
• Customizable text-tones, ringtones, vibrations and backgrounds
• Quick Reply to speedily respond to friends
• A home screen widget for instant use
• Text from your computer and seamlessly synchronize with your mobile device via textnow.com
So what are you waiting for? Download the app and get unlimited texts, voice calls, video calls and much, much more over both WiFi and wireless.
Follow us on Social for the latest news and offers:
Tiktok @textnow
Facebook - @textnow
Instagram - @textnow
Twitter - @TextNow
Privacy policy: https://www.textnow.com/privacy
Terms of use: https://www.textnow.com/terms
TextNow helps its users stay connected by providing them with a free, unlimited text and calling app that is fit for every budget - even $0. Download the app and receive a second phone number – with the area code of your choice – and start enjoying the freedom of communication for FREE without limits.
TextNow offers users a free local phone number to stay connected with friends and family, allowing them to make free CALLS, VIDEO CALLS and TEXT MESSAGES over WiFi or network data in the US within TextNow's nationwide network.
Introducing Video Calls
Start video calls wherever you are and whenever you want from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Unlike other apps that only let you start video calls with people who have the same app, TextNow lets you go out of network and call any smartphone, tablet, or computer connected to the internet.
Cheap International Calling
TextNow offers low-cost, international calls to over 230 countries. Stay connected longer with rates starting at less than $0.01 per minute. Add credits to your account to place low-cost international calls or earn credits towards international calling by completing in-app offers.
Why TextNow?
• Get a local US phone number friends and family can call
• Make and receive unlimited voice and video calls, texts, video or picture messages to the USA or Canada for FREE!
• Use across multiple devices – send unlimited messages and make calls on your computer or tablet, then access them from your phone while on the go!
• Call and text without using network data and without WiFi in the US
• Use voicemail transcription and conference calling
• Turn your Wi-Fi enabled tablets and computers into a phone
• Have fun sending and receiving emojis, stickers and gifs
• Call from a different number
Is TextNow free?
There are no yearly or monthly fees, however the app comes with a few ads. If you don't like ads, you can purchase a subscription to remove them.
Features Standard for All Users
• PassCode to keep messages safe and private
• Caller ID
• Google Smart Lock (no need to remember your password)
• Signatures: add a personalized signature to each text
• Customizable text-tones, ringtones, vibrations and backgrounds
• Quick Reply to speedily respond to friends
• A home screen widget for instant use
• Text from your computer and seamlessly synchronize with your mobile device via textnow.com
So what are you waiting for? Download the app and get unlimited texts, voice calls, video calls and much, much more over both WiFi and wireless.
Follow us on Social for the latest news and offers:
Tiktok @textnow
Facebook - @textnow
Instagram - @textnow
Twitter - @TextNow
Privacy policy: https://www.textnow.com/privacy
Terms of use: https://www.textnow.com/terms
What’s new
Version 26.42.0.0 · Updated October 26, 2026
This one's the kind of update you feel more than you see. Calls, chats, and eSIM activation each got some quiet attention, and TextNow runs a little smoother for it. Enjoying TextNow? Drop us a quick review, it helps us keep things nice and shiny for you.
User reviews
Kaysangster31 kaylenesangster
you text now app it's just like having a regular carrier give you the same features there's no difference and you can choose the option to have no ads on your phone but sometimes the ads are very helpful....
It is alsome.
Suckey ringtone
Love it
it's great
Frequently asked questions
What is TextNow?
TextNow is a free app that provides unlimited texting, voice and video calling to its users with a free, local phone number.
Can you make international calls with TextNow?
Yes, TextNow offers low-cost international calls to over 230 countries with rates starting at less than $0.01 per minute.
How much does TextNow cost?
TextNow is free to use with no yearly or monthly fees, but it comes with a few ads. If you don't like ads, you can purchase a subscription to remove them.
What features does TextNow offer its users?
TextNow offers features such as PassCode to keep messages safe and private, Caller ID, Google Smart Lock, Signatures, Customizable text-tones, ringtones, vibrations and backgrounds, Quick Reply, a home screen widget for instant use, and the ability to text from your computer and seamlessly synchronize with your mobile device via textnow.com.
Can you make video calls with TextNow?
Yes, TextNow offers video calling from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Unlike other apps, TextNow lets you call any smartphone, tablet, or computer connected to the internet.
How do you get a local phone number with TextNow?
Download the TextNow app and receive a second phone number with the area code of your choice, for FREE.
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| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited | 4.6 / 5 | Free | 100,000,000+ | Oct 26, 2026 | |
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