Messages

Messages

by Apple Inc.

39K ratings
4941 reviews
Free

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Released
October 25, 2021
Updated
October 19, 2026

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Communicate with contacts through unlimited texts, photos, videos, and documents. Supports iMessage for Apple devices and RCS, SMS, and MMS for others. Features include message editing, unsending, and scheduling.

✓Send unlimited texts, photos, videos, and documents
✓iMessage, RCS, SMS, and MMS support
✓Edit and unsend messages
✓Schedule messages
✓Message effects and stickers
✓Group chat features
✓Messages in iCloud
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What users say about Messages

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What's New in Messages

4.12

October 19, 2026

Bug Fixes and Feature Enhancements

User reviews

Messages

It’s so good for everything one of the best social apps and an og

A great idea

A bunch if social media has streaks soxin my opinion you should add streaks for people who don't have if doesn't want social media. Please look at this and respond with a good answer so please add streaks.

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I’ve been having this phone for over 2-3 years, and just recently my messages would not send and I have service, I tried to fix it, but nothing worked.

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So buggy

mixed group chat

makes it worse is that you can create a group chat, add whoever you want, but suddenly you have no control over who's in it once it's created?!
Especially when somebody no longer needs to be part of the conversation. Now everybody has to migrate to a whole new group chat because ONE person needs to be removed. That's ridiculous.
And you're right about dissolving the chat, too. Deleting it from your phone doesn't delete it from everybody else's phone. The conversation can still continue.
I checked Apple's current instructions, and unfortunately, you're absolutely correct. Apple only allows removing participants when everyone uses an Apple device and the group has at least four people.
The crazy part is that Apple supports RCS messaging with Android now, but still hasn't given mixed groups proper membership controls.
I genuinely think Apple needs a Group Admin feature where the creator can add people, remove people, and close the group permanently.
Because why do we have all this technology and still have to play musical chairs with group chats?! �
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Messages not delivering consistently

Bug

App crashing or freezing on launch

Bug

Issues with iCloud sync and message history

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Problems with location sharing and privacy

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Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to schedule messages

Feature

Option to lock specific conversations

Feature

More customization options for Memoji

Feature

Improved voice message functionality

Feature

Expanded reaction/emoji options

Feature

FAQ

What does this messaging app do?

This app allows you to send unlimited texts, photos, videos, documents, and more to your contacts. It supports iMessage for seamless communication between Apple devices and also handles RCS, SMS, and MMS messages for broader compatibility.

What are the key features of this messaging app?

Key features include the ability to send various media types, edit and unsend messages within a time limit, schedule messages for later delivery, add effects and stickers to personalize your conversations, and utilize group chat functionalities. It also offers Messages in iCloud to sync your history across devices.

Is this messaging app free to use?

Yes, this messaging application is available for free. There are no associated costs to download or use its core messaging functionalities.

What devices is this messaging app compatible with?

This app is designed for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and visionOS devices. It leverages iMessage for communication between these Apple platforms and can also send standard SMS and MMS messages.

How can I use this app to communicate with others?

You can use this app to send direct messages to contacts using their phone number or Apple Account. It's ideal for everyday texting, sharing photos and videos, coordinating with groups, and staying connected even when you have limited cellular or Wi-Fi access through features like satellite messaging.