Messages: SMS & Texting App

Name: Messages: SMS & Texting App
Author: App Devotee

LiveApp Devotee3 apps · 2.5K installsCommunicationFree · contains adscom.message.sms.texting.app

Fast, secure SMS texting with backup, spam blocker & smart reply features.

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Total installs: 950
Installs / day: ~28
Rating: —★
Released: 7 Sept 2026
Last update: 24 Sept 2026
Countries: —

Install history

exact counter from Google Play

30dAll

Installs per day · last 90 days

Change timeline

No changes recorded yet. We compare every crawl with the previous one and list title, icon, screenshots, description, version, price and availability changes here.

Country availability

Availability has not been checked for this app yet. “Check all countries” looks the app up in about 140 Google Play storefronts and shows where it is live, listed but not installable, or missing — plus any country-specific (custom) store listings.

Top countries

estimate · charts of 10 Oct

Most downloads likely come from 🇮🇳 India (~100%).

India100%#196 Trending · Communication

Estimated from top-chart positions weighted by each country’s Google Play market size. Countries where the app is not in a chart are not shown, so small markets may be missing.

Top chart positions

as of 10 Oct

Chart	Country	Rank	Change
Trending · Communication	IN	#196	—

App manifest

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Data safety

declared by the developer on Google Play

No data shared with third parties
No data collected

This is the developer's own declaration, summarised from the Play listing. The permissions below show what the app is technically able to access.

Permissions

22 in 9 groups

15 Sensitive4 Notable3 Routine

What this app can do with your phone

Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networks
Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks
Use your camera to take photos and record videos
See every contact saved on your phone, including names, numbers and emails
Read all text and picture messages stored on your phone or SIM card
Receive incoming picture messages and could read or delete them before you see them

ContactsSensitive1

Access to the contacts saved on your phone

See every contact saved on your phone, including names, numbers and emailsread your contacts · READ_CONTACTS

LocationSensitive2

Access to where your device is, using GPS or network signals

Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networksapproximate location (network-based) · ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networksprecise location (GPS and network-based) · ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION

SMSSensitive5

Access to read, send, and edit your text messages

Read all text and picture messages stored on your phone or SIM cardread your text messages (SMS or MMS) · READ_SMS
Receive incoming picture messages and could read or delete them before you see themreceive text messages (MMS) · RECEIVE_MMS
Receive and read incoming text messages, including one-time login codesreceive text messages (SMS) · RECEIVE_SMS
Receive and handle WAP push messages, such as alerts for incoming picture messagesreceive text messages (WAP) · RECEIVE_WAP_PUSH
Send text messages from your phone, which may cost you moneysend SMS messages · SEND_SMS

PhoneSensitive2

Access to phone calls, call history, and voicemail

Call phone numbers without your input, which may cost you moneydirectly call phone numbers · CALL_PHONE
See your phone number, device IDs, whether a call is active, and the other caller's numberread phone status and identity · READ_PHONE_STATE

Photos/Media/FilesSensitive2

Access to photos, videos, music and other files stored on your device

Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

StorageSensitive2

Access to files, photos and media saved on your phone's storage

Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

CameraSensitive1

Access to your camera to take photos and record video

Use your camera to take photos and record videostake pictures and videos · CAMERA

Device ID & call informationNotable1

Access to your phone's identifiers, mobile network details, and call status

See your phone number, device IDs, whether a call is active, and the other caller's numberread phone status and identity · READ_PHONE_STATE

OtherSensitive6

Access to miscellaneous device features that don't fit other categories

Show its own windows or bubbles on top of other apps you are usingdraw over other apps · SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Start itself automatically as soon as your phone finishes turning onrun at startup · RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Keep your phone's processor or screen from going to sleep, which can use more batteryprevent device from sleeping · WAKE_LOCK
Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections · ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access · INTERNET
Check with Google Play that you got this app legitimatelyGoogle Play license check · com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE

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Sensitive = can reach personal data, location, camera/mic or act on your behalf. Notable = changes how your device behaves. Routine = normal for almost every app. Source: Google Play's permission list for all versions of this app.

Store listing

Full description

Messages: SMS & Texting App is a fast, secure, and beautifully designed way to send and receive SMS & MMS messages. Stay organized, block spam, and never miss an important conversation again. ★ WHY CHOOSE THIS SMS & TEXTING APP? ✓ Fast & Secure Texting Send and receive SMS & MMS instantly. Your messages are private, secure, and delivered in real-time. ✓ Smart After-Call Screen Get quick messaging options and set follow-up reminders immediately after finishing a phone call. ✓ Schedule SMS Never forget a birthday, anniversary, or important event. Write your message now and schedule it to send automatically later. ✓ Spam Blocker Tired of unwanted promotional texts? Block spam messages and annoying contacts with a single tap. ✓ Backup & Restore Messages Keep your memories safe. Back up all your text messages and restore them on your device anytime. ✓ Powerful Customization Switch between Light & Dark themes, adjust font sizes, and set custom notification settings to make texting truly yours. ✓ Swipe Actions & Quick Reply Swipe to archive or delete chats instantly. Reply on the go with a lightning-fast pop-up window — no need to leave your current app. ✓ Pin & Star Messages Pin your favorite chats to the top or star important messages so you never lose track of what matters. ✓ Clean & Intuitive Interface A beautiful, clutter-free design that makes texting effortless for everyone. ✓ Multi-Language Support Use the app in your preferred language and stay connected with loved ones, your way. 💬 Whether you're organizing conversations, blocking spam, scheduling important texts, or replying on the fly with Quick Reply — Messages: SMS & Texting App is built to keep you connected, organized, and secure. Download Messages: SMS & Texting App now and experience smarter, faster, more private text messaging.

What's new

• Faster, simpler setup — get started in fewer steps • Notifications and permissions are now requested only when you actually need them • Removed unnecessary ads during first-time setup for a smoother start • Quick Reply after calls is now optional — enable it anytime from Settings • Various bug fixes and stability improvements

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