# FreeTone Calls & Texting

> FREE calling and texting (SMS texts + MMS) in US & Canada with FREE phone number

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.textmeinc.freetone`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TextMe, Inc.
- **Category:** SOCIAL
- **Downloads:** 17,558,613
- **Rating:** 4.12 / 5 (131,745 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.55.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2014-10-23
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 175 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.textmeinc.freetone)
- **Website:** [http://www.free-tone.com/](http://www.free-tone.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://go-text.me/assets/pp.php](http://go-text.me/assets/pp.php)

## Description

FreeTone gives you a real phone number with voicemail and unlimited free calling and texting (SMS/MMS) to all US and Canada phones. Make HD voice calls, send pictures and group messages, and use Wi‑Fi calling across devices — no credits, no trials, and no hidden fees.

Sign up quickly with email, Google or Facebook, pick your area code, and enjoy free texting to many countries plus video chat with friends. Note: some territories and international features are subject to fair‑use limits and terms; inbound minutes and certain regions may have restrictions.

## Rankings

- #8,533 — Overall
- #31 — Social (Free)
- #60 — Social (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_PHONE_CALL`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.NEW_OUTGOING_CALL`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PROFILE`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_STATS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `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.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `com.textmeinc.freetone.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.textmeinc.freetone.batch.permission.INTERNAL_BROADCAST`

## Review summary

Overall, many users praise FreeTone as a free, easy-to-use, and reliable texting/calling app. However, a significant portion report misleading advertising about free service, unexpected charges and credit requirements, plus concerns over regional pricing. Some users experience inbound-call problems, and a few warn about ads, scams, or malware. The app shows a mixed reception: functional for many, but problematic for others.

### Pros

- Free to use and generally works
- Reliable calling and texting performance
- Easy to use / user-friendly
- Strong positive sentiment (awesome service / best texting/calling app)
- Works well for many users

### Cons

- Misleading advertising about a free service and end-of-use charges
- Credit/price model with per-text fees and regional charges (e.g., Canada)
- Inbound calling issues (unable to receive calls)
- Ads and malware links / scam concerns

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