# Messages

> Text messaging app with schedule SMS, backup, blocking & dark mode features.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messagesgo.messanger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messagesgo.messanger)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.messagesgo.messanger`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** iMessages
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 6,624,687
- **Rating:** 3.73 / 5 (28,990 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-12
- **First published:** 2019-02-25
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 123 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.messagesgo.messanger)
- **Website:** [https://messagesgomessanger.jk-txt.com](https://messagesgomessanger.jk-txt.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/view/com.messagesgo.messanger](https://privacypolicycenter.com/new/view/com.messagesgo.messanger)

## Description

Messages is a fast, simple SMS and text messaging app that puts control and privacy first. Send and receive SMS reliably, schedule messages for birthdays or reminders, archive or pin conversations, attach contacts, and manage spam with number blocking. Lightweight and easy to use, Messages supports custom swipe actions, an after-call screen to send or schedule replies, and both dark and light themes for comfortable use.

All backups are stored locally on your device for security and privacy — Messages does not upload your SMS or backups to the cloud. Ideal for anyone who wants a clean, dependable texting app with scheduling, local backup & restore, spam blocking, and multilingual support.

## Rankings

- #19,601 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.ANSWER_PHONE_CALLS`
- `android.permission.BATTERY_STATS`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.LOCAL_MAC_ADDRESS`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_SMS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_MMS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SEND_SMS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.messagesgo.messanger.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.messagesgo.messanger.assistant.RECEIVE_BROADCAST_PERMISSION`
- `com.messagesgo.messanger.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Reviews consistently praise the app as easy to use, fast, and generally good/useful. Main positives: straightforward UX, quick performance, and strong user satisfaction. The most frequent drawback is intrusive ads, described as disturbing by several users. A few comments show engagement and anticipation for a new version, indicating loyalty despite ads.

### Pros

- Easy to use / straightforward interface
- Fast performance and reliable operation
- Generally good, useful, and well-liked

### Cons

- Ads are intrusive and disrupt the user experience

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messagesgo.messanger)