# Privatext - Private Text App — user reviews > 63 indexed App Store user reviews of Privatext by Privatext Inc., rated 3.40/5 from 19 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/privatext-private-text-app/id454235539/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/privatext-private-text-app/id454235539.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 9 · 4★ 3 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 7 ## Newest reviews (13 of 63) ### 2/5 — Can’t Use a Name *2020-03-21* Hi. I had high hopes for this APP. I am terrible at typing (typos galore) and I write so fast at times, I skip over words. See the need to recall texts?!? Ok, why two stars? I’ve been trying to register the APP (must to set-up/use it), but he APP won’t accept « my new username ». Twenty minutes later, I had to give up. I can’t think of any more names to use. Sorry nice APP. You looked so promising (hence, two stars instead of just one.) ### 4/5 — Good so far *2016-03-02, version 5.0.2* Will we be able to send 10-15 second vids any time soon? ### 3/5 — No notification *2015-11-16, version 5.0.2* Even though the app works as described, it does not notify you that you have a text unless you open the app. Yes all notifications are turned on in my settings, before you ask. But still nothin telling me I have a text ### 3/5 — Lock immediately *2014-12-01, version 5.0.1* Hope it would be automatically lock when exit the window instead of having to log out, and lock after certain idle time. Can refer to how Photo Vault works. ### 2/5 — Good, but had delivery issue *2014-10-25, version 5.0.1* I used this app for several weeks. I like the look of the app and it was stable. The only reason I deleted it was because messages did not always make it to the other person. I don't know if the message was deleted early or why the message never appeared on my friends phone. ### 5/5 — Love it *2014-10-07, version 5.0.1* Does everything you'd want it to. Looks gorgeous. Big thumbs up on this one ### 5/5 — Incredible App *2014-10-07, version 5.0.1* This App is both efficient and innovative! I'm obsessed with it!! ### 5/5 — BEST APP FOR MESSAGING *2014-09-06, version 5.0.1* I have been looking for an app that keeps my texts and pictures private! Came across privatext and i have fallen in love! The app does exactly whats it says, keep all my messages between my friends, family, and colleagues PRIVATE! ### 2/5 — Messages disappearing too early *2014-05-13, version 5.0.1* All of my messages are disappearing before the 24 hour period I set and recipient reads. Also, I cannot scroll down in settings even though it seems like there are more below, please fix! I'd love for this app to work for me! ### 5/5 — Perfect!!! *2014-02-21, version 5.0.0* This app is perfect. love love LOVE it The UI is gorgeous Awesome awesome awesome ### 3/5 — Looks interesting but buggy *2014-02-19, version 5.0.0* Lots of potential but I can't invite anyone. ### 5/5 — Works great! *2014-02-17, version 4.5.16* Not sure why there are reviews claiming it doesn't work- I've never had an issue with it. App does exactly what is says. Guess some people can't figure out the complexities of a mobile app. ### 4/5 — Great with one exception *2014-02-05, version 4.5.16* The exception I think is an iOS limitation I think, but sometimes it logs out in the background erasing the conversation. Other then that it appears to be a great five star app. I assume they are telling the truth on not keeping anything on the server as I don't know how to verify. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — This app will not work *2017-10-03* Yeah I had to pay 9.99 for app I can't use coz it don't work at all and I need my money back please thank u it's a bogus app **Developer response:** Not a bogus app my friend. Not sure why you had this issue, but it's most likely your phone. If you delete and reinstall I'm sure it will work. Thanks! ### 1/5 — Not worth 9.99 *2016-10-24* Didn't realize the other person has to have the same app too. ### 1/5 — App *2016-08-09* I do not like this app:( ### 1/5 — Useless . Tried and deleted after several attempts yield no results *2016-05-01* Does not work ### 1/5 — Did you know... *2014-12-05, version 5.0.1* I didn't realize in order to take advantage of this apps features, both you AND the other people you text must be using this app. If you're the only one with this app, it's useless. ### 1/5 — How old are you? *2014-02-11, version 4.5.16* This is by far the ugliest app I have seen for a few years now. Holy crap! It's so bad, I had to delete it just to make sure my phone doesn't get infected with crap ### 1/5 — So private you never get any messages *2014-02-09, version 4.5.16* This app doesn't work. It's so hit or miss you never know when the message will be sent or received. Half the time I get notifications, but no messages. The messages I send -- none or half ever get seen by the recipient. Piece of crap. ### 1/5 — Sloooow *2013-12-23, version 4.5.8* This app took forever to install. After it was installed I waited forever for the tutorial, which never did finish loading. ### 1/5 — Not for me *2013-04-17, version 3.9.1* You and the person have to have this app ### 1/5 — Terrible *2013-03-01, version 3.8* Saw this app on TV and decided to try. Well, bad idea. Can not even complete the registration process because app window will not open large enough to confirm password credentials. Geez, really? ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Love itttttt. Private texting is better *2020-03-13* I use it more often than iMessage. I like privatext more. I just wish more people had it! ### 5/5 — Simple and perfect *2020-03-13* Easy to use. Love the flow and the features. It's the only app I trust for texting since it clears whenever you want. I can't recommend it enough. ### 5/5 — FINALLYYYYY *2019-10-25* I’ve tried a bunch of apps to keep my texts safe but they were trash and confusing. Love this app. Not sure why it isn’t more popular. ### 5/5 — WORKS *2017-04-12* This app is so great is deletes all my private messages and keeps personal data private in seconds! Woo hoo! ### 5/5 — Perfect app! *2016-08-10* Love it! ### 5/5 — Privatext gets the job done *2016-05-05* Usually if I want to send a private text or Private message I would usually opt to have a phone conversation but with this app I can actually have a private conversation over text without having to worry about it saving anywhere. Two thumbs way up and I also love the clear button. Great job ### 5/5 — Perfect *2016-05-04* Does what it says, easy to use, fully recommend ### 5/5 — Great App, Easy to Use, Good features *2016-05-03* This app is a secure way to send messages. Privatext is easy to use and has cool features that make this app a must have for all who want secure encrypted messaging! ### 5/5 — ITS BACK!!! *2016-04-08, version 5.0.24* Today when I saw there was a update for PrivaText I was beyond excited to get back to using this app on a daily basis with my colleagues and friends! Don't stop the updating and keep up the good work! 5 stars for days ### 5/5 — very good *2014-12-14, version 5.0.1* i like this app so much , its amazing idea to keep conversations safe , my options : improve the fonts and design but keep it simple as same as now .. black color is good .. also you can include typing while the other side types:) , make it finger print with out logout like old msn :) . goodluck guys --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*