# Iridium Chat — Real-time Satellite Messaging

> Global satellite messaging and image sharing companion app. (iPhone/iPad app by Iridium Satellite LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-chat/id6476648492 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Iridium Satellite LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/634954979)
- Category: Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 99 MB
- Languages: English, French, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
- Released: 2024-10-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-chat/id6476648492/reviews.md

## What is Iridium Chat?

A companion app for the Iridium GO! exec® satellite Wi-Fi access device, Iridium Chat harnesses the truly global Iridium® network, allowing app-to-app instant messaging and image sharing from anywhere. Unlike standard apps compatible with Iridium GO! exec, Iridium Chat – utilizing Iridium Messaging Transport® – offers users an "always on," real-time messaging experience.
 
FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES
• Send and receive messages while connected to Iridium GO! exec or when using Wi-Fi or cellular data.

• Stay connected with group chats of up to 50 individuals.

• Share images: Inbuilt compression tool helps ensure better user experience with faster loading time and network efficiency.

• Share location: Clickable link shows the user's location in recipient's default maps app.

• Sync your contacts: Smart device contacts are synced and sorted so Iridium Chat users are easy to find.

## Key features

- Real-time app-to-app messaging
- Global satellite network access
- Group chats up to 50 people
- Image sharing with compression
- Location sharing via clickable link
- Contact syncing

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-chat/id6476648492/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Space Messages

*2025-08-19*

Straight forward global-messaging at its finest.

## Frequently asked questions about Iridium Chat

### What is Iridium Chat?

Iridium Chat is a companion app for the Iridium GO! exec satellite Wi-Fi access device. It allows for app-to-app instant messaging and image sharing using the global Iridium network.

### How does Iridium Chat provide an 'always on' experience?

Iridium Chat utilizes Iridium Messaging Transport® to offer an "always on," real-time messaging experience, ensuring messages are sent and received without delay when connected to the Iridium GO! exec.

### Can I share images with Iridium Chat?

Yes, Iridium Chat allows you to share images. It includes an inbuilt compression tool to optimize image loading times and network efficiency.

### What is the group chat limit in Iridium Chat?

You can stay connected with group chats of up to 50 individuals using Iridium Chat.

### Does Iridium Chat sync with my contacts?

Yes, Iridium Chat syncs your smart device contacts, sorting them to make it easy to find other Iridium Chat users.

### What devices is Iridium Chat compatible with?

Iridium Chat is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Iridium Chat updated?

The latest version of Iridium Chat is 1.1.2, and it was last updated on April 29, 2026. This indicates a recent update.

### Is Iridium Chat free to use?

Yes, Iridium Chat is available for free and does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2026-04-29

- Updated app for latest OS support
- Performance and stability enhancements to improve overall user experience

### 1.0.7 — 2025-08-15

- Improvements to built-in image compression for image sharing.
- Performance and stability enhancements to improve overall user experience.

### 1.0.3 — 2025-05-30

Performance and stability enhancements to improve overall user experience

### 1.0 — 2024-10-21

No release notes.

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## More apps by Iridium Satellite LLC

- [Iridium GO!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-go/id808207315)
- [Iridium Mail & Web](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-mail-and-web/id895173211)
- [Iridium Edge Demo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-edge-demo/id1140586015)
- [Iridium Pulse](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-pulse/id1159721442)
- [Iridium GO! exec](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iridium-go-exec/id6443819537)

All apps by Iridium Satellite LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/634954979

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