# Aura Messaging

> Private SMS: spam blocking, spending dashboard, package monitor, and themes.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.novachat`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** IRsoftware
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 72
- **Version:** 4.6.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-07
- **First published:** 2026-04-03
- **Publisher country:** IL
- **Size:** 19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.novachat)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://idanrac-coder.github.io/privacy-policy.html](https://idanrac-coder.github.io/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Aura Messaging is a beautifully designed SMS/MMS app that puts you in control of your messaging experience.<br><br>✦ SMART SPAM &amp; SCAM PROTECTION<br>Aura automatically detects spam and scam messages, keeping your inbox clean. Block unwanted messages by phone number, keywords, sender name, or even language. All blocked messages are saved in a dedicated spam folder so nothing important is lost.<br><br>✦ STUNNING THEMES<br>Personalize your messaging with 18 built-in themes — customize colors, chat bubbles, and wallpapers to match your style.<br><br>✦ VOICE MESSAGES<br>Record and send voice messages directly from your conversations.<br><br>✦ SCHEDULED MESSAGES<br>Write now, send later. Schedule messages to be delivered at the perfect time.<br><br>✦ NOTIFICATION PROFILES<br>Switch between Work, Sleep, and Personal notification modes to stay focused when it matters.<br><br>✦ WHATSAPP FORWARDING<br>Automatically forward SMS messages from selected contacts to WhatsApp.<br><br>✦ MEDIA GALLERY<br>Browse all shared photos, videos, links, and files in one organized view.<br><br>✦ ARCHIVE &amp; ORGANIZE<br>Archive conversations to keep your inbox tidy without losing anything.<br><br>✦ BACKUP &amp; RESTORE<br>Back up your messages to Google Drive and restore them anytime.<br><br>✦ QR CONTACT SHARING<br>Share your contact details instantly via QR code.<br><br>✦ CUSTOMIZABLE SWIPE ACTIONS<br>Configure swipe gestures for quick actions like archive, delete, or block.<br><br>✦ PRIVACY FIRST<br>All your data stays on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no ads. Ever.<br><br>✦ PREMIUM (OPTIONAL)<br>Unlock unlimited themes, unlimited block rules, advanced per-contact notifications, and priority support with a one-time lifetime purchase. No subscriptions.<br><br>Aura Messaging — texting, elevated.

## Rankings

- #2,099,984 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_SMS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_MMS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_WAP_PUSH`
- `android.permission.SEND_SMS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SMS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.novachat.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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