# Messages for Android > Text Messages is a preset SMS messaging application with powerful functions. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.messges.textmessages](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.messges.textmessages) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.sms.messges.textmessages` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Mayur Godhani - **Category:** COMMUNICATION - **Downloads:** 41,701 - **Rating:** 3.97 / 5 (352 ratings) - **Version:** 1.16 - **Last updated:** 2026-06-15 - **First published:** 2024-07-02 - **Publisher country:** IN - **Size:** 24 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-13 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sms.messges.textmessages) - **Website:** [https://paperscannerpdf.blogspot.com/](https://paperscannerpdf.blogspot.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/messages-sms-app/home](https://sites.google.com/view/messages-sms-app/home) ## Description **Messages : Text Messages** is a versatile SMS and MMS messaging app designed for fast, secure communication without needing an internet connection. It allows users to send text messages, photos, emojis, stickers, and make quick calls—all from one platform. With features like message backup and restore, scheduled texting, and a robust SMS blocker, this app ensures you stay organized and free of spam. Customize your experience with various themes and backgrounds, and stay connected across devices including smartphones and Android Wear. The app supports dual SIM, group messaging, and offers privacy options such as marking messages as read and protecting sensitive conversations. Its intuitive interface and unique "After Call Popup" streamline communication, making Messages : Text Messages an ideal choice for anyone seeking a reliable, customizable text messaging solution. ## Rankings - #323,277 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.CALL_PHONE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_SMS` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_MMS` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS` - `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM` - `android.permission.SEND_SMS` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.WRITE_SMS` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `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.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.sms.messges.textmessages.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `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 Users generally find the Messenger App easy to use with smooth performance, good messaging quality, and good developer support. However, multiple reviews mention excessive advertisements that negatively impact the experience, as well as slow app launch times and some missing features compared to other phone brands. ### Pros - Easy to use interface - Developers are responsive and maintain the app well - Good messaging functionality and quality - Fast and smooth performance - Easy access to contacts without excessive scrolling ### Cons - Too many advertisements that hinder usability - Slow launch time - Lack of certain features like those found in Samsung phones ## Similar extensions and apps - [Messages - Text Messages](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messages.app.textmessages.messenger) — 856 users - [Messages For Android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.messages.messanger.mmsmessages) — 2,427,235 users, 3.88 / 5 - [Messages: SMS, Text Messenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/messages.mesaje.sms.messageapp.text.messaging.messenger.chat) — 1,054,808 users, 4.25 / 5 - [Messages](https://chrome-stats.com/d/sms.imessages.messaging.groupchat.messenger) — 55 users - [Messages - Home & SMS Launcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/messages.messanger.textmessage.sms.chat) — 25,315 users, 4.14 / 5 - [Messages](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sg.messages.textsms.messaging) — 605,229 users, 3.94 / 5 - [Messages](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.messgeinstant.textmessage) — 634,762 users, 4.22 / 5 - [Messages: SMS Text Messenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.textmessages.chatandmessage) — 3,149,637 users, 4.01 / 5 - [Messages: SMS, Text Messenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.textmessage.chating.message.sms.messenger) — 201 users - [Messages - Text Messaging](https://chrome-stats.com/d/mahi.textmessages) — 1,285,911 users, 3.83 / 5 - [Messages : SMS & Text Message](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.messages.textmessanger.messagingapp) — 174,882 users, 4.07 / 5 - [Messages](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.mms.messages.chat) — 22,446 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sms.messges.textmessages)