TextNow

TextNow is the official mobile client of the web resource of the same name. With the help of the application, users can create a virtual number with a US code, after which they can call and write text messages directly from their device. Each registered user receives at his disposal:

• free text, multimedia messages;
• voice calls;
• answering machine.

The main nuance of the utility is that only users with a US IP address can register and use the account. Users from the Russian Federation and other CIS countries can use VPN services. The application offers its users inexpensive calls abroad to more than 230 countries - the cost is less than $0.01 per minute. As a bonus, users get the opportunity to make unlimited calls to mobile numbers in the USA and Canada. To do this, it is necessary to buy a package of minutes for bonus points, which are accrued in the process of interaction with the application. Additional points can be purchased for real money. Visa or Mastercard cards are accepted for payment.

Key features

• After registration, the user receives a virtual number of the USA or Canada;
• The ability to exchange text and multimedia messages between users;
• customizable text tone, ringtone and vibration;
• support for voice calls to real phone numbers;
• availability of a home screen widget for launching the application, creating a new sms or making a quick call;
• Call and sms forwarding from a real number to a portable device is available;
• PassCode feature, which protects messages from access by third parties;
• the ability to add a unique signature to each message;
• availability of answering machine, call forwarding, conference calls;
• simple and intuitive interface;
• distributed free of charge;
• required OS version - Android 4.4 and higher.