# Away Messages

> Productivity

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1161989522](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1161989522)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1161989522`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Michael Wildermuth
- **Category:** Productivity
- **Rating:** 1.50 / 5 (121 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8
- **Last updated:** 2023-07-27
- **First published:** 2016-10-17
- **Size:** 8.26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/away-messages/id1161989522)
- **Website:** [https://wildmazz.wordpress.com/2016/10/11/Auto-Reply](https://wildmazz.wordpress.com/2016/10/11/Auto-Reply)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://wildmazz.wordpress.com/away-message-privacy-policy/](https://wildmazz.wordpress.com/away-message-privacy-policy/)

## Description

Away Messages helps you generate professional away messages quickly when you're on vacation, out of office, or otherwise unavailable. Set an end date, select a reason (including custom), and choose an alternate contact, then generate the message with a single tap. 

Your settings are saved for fast reuse, and you can manage multiple custom away messages. Note: iOS currently requires the user to send messages manually; this app populates the text field for you.

## Rankings

- #191,459 — Overall

## Review summary

Many reviews highlight that Away Messages promises auto-replies but fails to do so, requiring manual sending. The app often lacks a visible icon and only exists as a widget, making setup and access confusing. Users report installation and discovery issues, and several request refunds or label it a scam. A minority praise its features—pre-made/custom messages, widget-based quick replies, and responsive support—though these positives are outweighed by usability and functionality problems.

### Pros

- Ability to create and use pre-made or custom responses for quick replies.
- Widget-based access in the texting area enables fast replies without opening a separate app.
- Easy to update out-of-office dates/messages without recreating everything.
- Responsive customer support that provides timely, clear answers.

### Cons

- Does not auto-send; requires manual sending, defeating the core purpose.
- No standalone app icon; access is via a widget, making it hard to find or open.
- Inconsistent discovery/loadability on devices (missing icon, not appearing in library).
- Reported as poor value by many users, with refunds requested or perceived as a scam.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1161989522)