Messages: SMS, Messenger Home
Your private SMS messenger with home launcher, backup & custom themes.
- Total installs
- 263,518
- Installs / day
- +10.4K
- Rating
- 4.2★
- Released
- 7 Aug 2024
- Last update
- 1 Oct 2026
- Countries
- —
exact · Play shows 100,000+
7-day avg · last day +20.8K
1.1K ratings · 20 reviews
2.2y ago
v1.0.4 · 13d ago
not checked yet
Installs per day
gain of the exact counterLifetime avg ≈ 330/day (all installs ÷ days since release)
Daily tracking since 11 Oct 2026 · history grows every day
Install history
exact counter from Google PlayDashed: estimate from the release date (no daily data before 11 Oct 2026) · time axis compressed before that day
Daily tracking since 11 Oct 2026 · history grows every day
Change timeline
Full historyNo 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 13 OctMost downloads likely come from 🇮🇳 India (~17%), out of 103 countries where it is charted.
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 13 Oct| Chart | Country | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trending · Communication | KR | #1 | — |
| Trending · Communication | HR · 11 Oct | #6 | — |
| Trending · Communication | CA | #7 | — |
| Trending · Communication | MD · 11 Oct | #8 | ▲ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | AU | #9 | — |
| Trending · Communication | BY · 12 Oct | #9 | ▼ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | DE | #10 | ▼ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | HU · 11 Oct | #10 | ▲ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | PA · 12 Oct | #11 | ▲ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | GR · 12 Oct | #12 | ▲ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | UY · 12 Oct | #12 | ▲ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | BR · 11 Oct | #14 | ▲ 183 |
| Trending · Communication | CR · 12 Oct | #14 | ▲ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | KG · 12 Oct | #14 | ▲ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | PG · 12 Oct | #14 | ▲ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | SG | #14 | ▼ 5 |
| Trending · Communication | SV · 12 Oct | #14 | ▲ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | LA · 12 Oct | #15 | ▼ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | MZ · 12 Oct | #15 | ▲ 8 |
| Trending · Communication | PY · 12 Oct | #15 | ▲ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | MN · 12 Oct | #16 | ▼ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | RS · 12 Oct | #16 | ▲ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | CM · 12 Oct | #17 | ▲ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | RW · 12 Oct | #19 | ▲ 5 |
| Trending · Communication | SN · 12 Oct | #19 | ▲ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | BG | #20 | ▼ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | NI · 12 Oct | #20 | ▲ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | OM · 12 Oct | #20 | ▲ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | PT · 12 Oct | #20 | ▲ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | TG · 11 Oct | #20 | ▲ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | BF · 12 Oct | #22 | ▲ 5 |
| Trending · Communication | JO · 12 Oct | #23 | ▲ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | KH · 11 Oct | #23 | ▼ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | ES · 11 Oct | #24 | ▲ 7 |
| Top free · Communication | KR | #24 | — |
| Trending · Communication | KW · 12 Oct | #24 | ▲ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | RO · 11 Oct | #24 | = |
| Trending · Communication | HN · 11 Oct | #25 | ▼ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | LB · 11 Oct | #26 | ▲ 8 |
| Trending · Communication | GE · 11 Oct | #27 | — |
| Trending · Communication | KZ · 12 Oct | #27 | ▲ 7 |
| Trending · Communication | AO · 11 Oct | #28 | ▲ 14 |
| Trending · Communication | YE · 11 Oct | #29 | ▼ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | CI · 11 Oct | #32 | ▼ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | DO · 12 Oct | #32 | ▲ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | IL · 12 Oct | #33 | ▲ 12 |
| Trending · Communication | EC · 11 Oct | #34 | ▲ 10 |
| Trending · Communication | BO · 11 Oct | #36 | ▼ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | LK · 12 Oct | #36 | ▲ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | TN · 12 Oct | #36 | ▼ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | UA · 12 Oct | #36 | ▼ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | GH | #37 | ▼ 6 |
| Trending · Communication | LY · 11 Oct | #37 | ▲ 2 |
| Trending · Communication | PL · 11 Oct | #37 | ▼ 1 |
| Trending · Communication | GT · 12 Oct | #39 | ▲ 4 |
| Top free · Communication | HR · 11 Oct | #39 | — |
| Trending · Communication | UZ · 12 Oct | #40 | ▲ 10 |
| Trending · Communication | CL · 11 Oct | #41 | ▲ 4 |
| Trending · Communication | AE · 12 Oct | #45 | ▲ 3 |
| Trending · Communication | VE · 11 Oct | #49 | — |
Show all 60 chart positions
App manifest
Read this app's manifest from Google Play: permissions, declared SDKs, components and AdMob app ID. Saved analysis appears here automatically.
Data safety
declared by the developer on Google Play- No data shared with third parties
- Collects data Personal info and Messages
- Data is encrypted in transit
- No way to ask for data deletion
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
26 in 8 groups12 Sensitive7 Notable7 Routine
What this app can do with your phone
- 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
- Receive and read incoming text messages, including one-time login codes
- Send text messages from your phone, which may cost you money
- Change or delete text messages (SMS and MMS) stored on your phone
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
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 - Send text messages from your phone, which may cost you moneysend SMS messages ·
SEND_SMS - Change or delete text messages (SMS and MMS) stored on your phoneedit your text messages (SMS or MMS) ·
WRITE_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
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
Wi-Fi connection informationRoutine1
Access to details about Wi-Fi networks your device sees or uses
- See whether Wi-Fi is on and details of the network you are connected toview Wi-Fi connections ·
ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
OtherSensitive12
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 - Change how your phone connects to networks, like switching connections on or offchange network connectivity ·
CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE - Temporarily turn off your screen lock, for example to show an incoming calldisable your screen lock ·
DISABLE_KEYGUARD - 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 - Decide which apps are allowed to use which home-screen widgetschoose widgets ·
BIND_APPWIDGET - Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections ·
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE - Pull down or close the notification panel at the top of your screenexpand/collapse status bar ·
EXPAND_STATUS_BAR - Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access ·
INTERNET - Check whether automatic sync is turned on for your accountsread sync settings ·
READ_SYNC_SETTINGS - Make your phone vibratecontrol vibration ·
VIBRATE - Receive push messages sent from the app's servers over the internetreceive data from Internet ·
com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
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 is an SMS text messaging app designed to deliver a secure, smooth, and reliable messaging experience with a smart Home Launcher. With support for SMS and MMS messages, contact management, custom themes, SMS backup, and powerful privacy features, this app keeps your conversations organized, protected, and always accessible.
Personalize your SMS texting experience with custom notification sounds and background themes. Enjoy a secure messaging environment with advanced privacy, blocking, and data protection tools. Stay connected with a modern, efficient, and secure messaging solution for everyday use.
🚀 Smart Home Launcher
The app includes a simple home launcher for faster access to messaging tools. Quickly open the SMS inbox, start a new chat, view conversations, and manage contacts from one place. Customize your home screen with shortcuts and widgets to make texting and communication smoother and more convenient.
✨ Key Features:
📩 SMS and MMS Messaging
• Send and receive text quickly and easily.
• Share MMS messages with photos, videos, and audio files.
• Enjoy stable and secure text messaging for all your conversations.
🚫 Number and Message Blocking
• Block unwanted numbers to avoid spam and annoying texts.
• Easily manage your block list within the app.
• Maintain a cleaner and safer messaging experience.
👥 Smart Contact Management
• Sync your contacts for smooth and organized messaging.
• Add, edit, or delete contacts directly from the app.
• Pin your most important SMS text messages.
⏰ Message Scheduling
• Plan your communication with SMS message scheduling.
• Schedule messages for specific dates and times: ideal for reminders, birthdays, appointments, or important announcements.
☁️ SMS Backup and Restore
• Create automatic backups of your messages.
• Easily restore your texts when changing devices or reinstalling the application.
• Protect your data with a secure and reliable text messaging system.
📤 Export Messages
• Export SMS texts or entire conversations for archiving.
• Choose from various file formats (e.g., TXT, PDF) to export your SMS and MMS text messages.
• Take complete control of your messaging history securely.
🏠 Smart Home Launcher
• Clean smart home launcher with quick SMS access
• One-tap open messages from home screen
• Easy shortcut and widget management
• Smooth and simple navigation
✅ Your Complete SMS Messaging Solution
With all these features, Messages becomes a secure, versatile, and easy-to-use SMS text app. Whether for personal text or important communications, this app offers an optimized, reliable, and secure messaging experience for everyday use.
📥 Download SMS Text Messaging with Smart Home Launcher and send, receive, and manage your messages quickly and easily-anytime you need.
What's new
🚀 Messages: SMS Messages Home v1.0.4 • Improved performance for a smoother experience • Faster messaging and better stability Thanks for staying with us! Your feedback helps us make the app better every day. Enjoying the app? Rate us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on Google Play!
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