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Fossify Messages

LiveFossify17 apps · 2.5M installsCommunicationFreeorg.fossify.messages

Open-source and Ad-free SMS/MMS messaging app

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Total installs
249,286
exact · Play shows 100,000+
Installs / day
+533
since last crawl
Rating
3.2★
3.4K ratings · 528 reviews
Released
17 Apr 2024
2.5y ago
Last update
10 Oct 2026
v1.10.1 · 1d ago
Countries
—
not checked yet

Install history

exact counter from Google Play
248.7K311.5K374.4K437.2K500K10 Oct11 Oct12 Oct
248.7K311.5K374.4K437.2K500K10 Oct11 Oct12 Oct

Installs per day · last 90 days

02505007501K11 Oct12 Oct12 Oct11 Oct: 53312 Oct: 0

Change timeline

2 changes
  1. Version
    1.9.0 → 1.10.1
  2. What's new
    Added: • Added a group message format choice on the first group send Changed: • Updated translations Fixed: • Partially fixed issue with sending MMS images • Fixed slow loading of the conversation listAdded: • Added inline audio player for MMS attachments Changed: • Improved error messages when a message fails to send • Updated translations Fixed: • Fixed exposed action receivers for security • Fixed group messag…

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 12 Oct

Most downloads likely come from 🇫🇷 France (~38%), out of 4 countries where it is charted.

  1. France38%#200 Top free · Communication
  2. Poland29%#168 Top free · Communication
  3. Tanzania22%#103 Top free · Communication
  4. Australia11%#183 Top free · 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 12 Oct
ChartCountryRankChange
Top free · Communication TZ#103▲ 4
Top free · Communication PL#168▲ 27
Top free · Communication AU#183▲ 11
Top free · Communication FR#200—

App manifest

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Data safety

declared by the developer on Google Play
  • No data shared with third parties
  • No data collected
  • 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

12 in 5 groups
7 Sensitive4 Notable1 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
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
OtherNotable3

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

  • 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 automatic sync is turned on for your accountsread sync settings · READ_SYNC_SETTINGS

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
Fossify Messenger is your trusted messaging companion, designed to enhance your messaging experience in various ways. 📱 STAY CONNECTED WITH EASE: With Fossify Messenger, you can effortlessly send SMS and MMS messages to stay connected with your loved ones. Enjoy SMS/MMS based group messaging and express yourself with photos, emojis, and quick greetings. 🚫 BLOCK UNWANTED MESSAGES: Take control of your messaging experience with a robust blocking feature, easily preventing unwanted messages, even from unknown contacts. You can also export and import blocked numbers for hassle-free backup. Additionally, customize your experience by preventing messages with specific words or phrases from reaching your inbox. 🔒 EFFORTLESS SMS BACKUP: Say goodbye to worries about losing important messages. Fossify Messenger offers convenient SMS backup functionality by allowing you to export and import your messages. This feature ensures that you can easily switch devices without losing your valuable conversations. 🚀 LIGHTNING-FAST AND LIGHTWEIGHT: Despite its powerful features, Fossify Messenger boasts a remarkably small app size, making it quick and easy to download and install. Experience speed and efficiency while enjoying the peace of mind that comes with SMS backup. 🔐 ENHANCED PRIVACY: Customize what appears on your lock screen for added privacy. Choose to display only the sender, message content, or nothing at all. Your messages are in your control. 🔍 EFFICIENT MESSAGE SEARCH: Say goodbye to endless scrolling through conversations. Fossify Messenger simplifies message retrieval with a quick and efficient search feature. Find what you need, when you need it. 🌈 MODERN DESIGN & USER-FRIENDLY INTERFACE: Enjoy a clean, modern design with a user-friendly interface. The app features a material design and a dark theme option, providing a visually appealing and comfortable user experience. 🌐 OPEN-SOURCE TRANSPARENCY: Your privacy is a top priority. Fossify Messenger operates without requiring an internet connection, guaranteeing message security and stability. Our app is completely free of ads and does not request unnecessary permissions. Moreover, it is fully open-source, providing you with peace of mind, as you have access to the source code for security and privacy audits. Make the switch to Fossify Messenger and experience messaging the way it should be – private, efficient, and user-friendly. Download now and join our community committed to safeguarding your messaging experience. Explore more Fossify apps: https://www.fossify.org Open-Source Code: https://www.github.com/FossifyOrg Join the community on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fossify Connect on Telegram: https://t.me/Fossify

What's new

Added: • Added inline audio player for MMS attachments Changed: • Improved error messages when a message fails to send • Updated translations Fixed: • Fixed exposed action receivers for security • Fixed group message creation on Xiaomi devices • Fixed incorrect SMS/MMS deletion from notifications in rare cases • Fixed MMS images stuck on "Sending" when sent together • Partially fixed MMS image sending failures

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