# OfflineSMS

> OfflineSMS is a text messaging app.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.offlinesms.messenging`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** OfflineSMS
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 64,251
- **Rating:** 3.38 / 5 (253 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2023-05-18
- **First published:** 2019-12-01
- **Size:** 45 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-03-31
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.offlinesms.messenging)
- **Website:** [http://www.offlinesms.com](http://www.offlinesms.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://offlinesms.com/OfflineSMSPrivacy.pdf](http://offlinesms.com/OfflineSMSPrivacy.pdf)

## Description

"OfflineSMS" is a text messaging app that enables chatting with contacts even offline. It supports various modes for sending and receiving messages, making it ideal for alerts and communication within specific regions including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel, Palestine, and Kuwait. Group contacts, send reminders, and enjoy reliable SMS messaging for both personal and business needs.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `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.offlinesms.messenging.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `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

### Pros

- Some users enjoyed the app and found it easy to use for chatting.
- One user appreciated it as a good app for chatting and offline message receivers.
- The app received positive feedback from a few users who recommended it.

### Cons

- Multiple users reported issues with not receiving verification codes, preventing them from logging in.
- Users were frustrated with the inability to add contacts not already in their phone, limiting messaging options.
- There were complaints about the app crashing and being non-functional for many users.

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