# PureSMS — Pure text messages. No spam. > Local SMS spam filtering with optional in-app purchases. (iPhone/iPad app by Naude Cruywagen.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puresms/id1492161583 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Naude Cruywagen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1492161582) - Category: Utilities, Productivity - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 1 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-04-03 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puresms/id1492161583/reviews.md ## What is PureSMS? Feeling spammed by SMS? I certainly do. I wrote this app because I get a lot of distracting spam SMSs. I wanted to achieve two things:  1) Filter my spam messages, and  2) Do it in a way that ensures my messages remain safe. PureSMS processes the text in messages locally, on device, to determine whether or not a message is in fact spam. No message contents, the number it was sent from, or any other data for that matter, ever leaves your device. Pay what feels right. I cannot know what this app is worth to you, so I'm making PureSMS free to download and offering in app purchases. I am trusting that you understand creating this app was not free and invite you to pay what feels right for the value you get from using this app. If you receive only a couple of spam messages per week, consider purchasing a lower tier. If you receive a couple of spam messages per day, consider purchasing a higher tier. Opting into notifications will allow the app to remind you to pay what feels right after two weeks. Please get in touch. If you get a spam message that wasn't filtered, or a message is filtered that was not spam, please let me know by logging an issue here: https://github.com/naudecruywagen/app-puresms/issues/new ## Key features - Local spam filtering - On-device message processing - Privacy-focused design - Free to download - Optional in-app purchases ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | "Thanks" | $0.99 | one-time | | This is pretty cool | $1.99 | one-time | | Game changing | $2.99 | one-time | | Life saving | $3.99 | one-time | | Where've you been all my life? | $4.99 | one-time | | I LOVE THIS APP | $5.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (2 of 2) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puresms/id1492161583/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Spy file *2022-11-08, version 2.4.1* Not easy to exterminate from iOS. ### 5/5 — Unique text spam 5 star App! *2020-09-06, version 2.0.1* Ever have times where it’s hard to put into words about something? This app is just that way for me I find this app to be unique and outstanding design that gets the job done and seems simple. I said seems simple the Developer who put some time in the design of their app had one thing in mind for you and myself! Too stop spam text or sms messages! For myself the Developer has done that and I thank Him for putting the app out here for all of us to use! If you’re reading this and I hope you do download this app today right now! I don’t feel you will be disappointed! (Really) Thanks **Developer response:** Hi RLNfirst, thank you so much for this review 🙌🏻 It really means a lot to know that the time and effort put into this app has been worth it. Please let me know if you have any feature requests or other feedback. I’d love to use your feedback to improve this app even more. Thanks again! ## Frequently asked questions about PureSMS ### What is PureSMS? PureSMS is a utility application designed to filter spam SMS messages. It processes messages locally on your device to identify and block unwanted texts, ensuring your message content remains private. ### How does PureSMS protect my privacy? PureSMS processes all message content, sender information, and other data directly on your device. No message contents or personal data ever leaves your device, providing a high level of privacy. ### Is PureSMS free to use? Yes, PureSMS is free to download. The developer offers optional in-app purchases, allowing users to contribute financially based on the value they receive from the app. ### What are the in-app purchase options for PureSMS? The in-app purchases are tiered, suggesting users who receive more spam daily consider higher tiers. The developer trusts users to pay what they feel the app is worth. ### What devices does PureSMS support? PureSMS is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It was last updated on November 29, 2023, with version 2.4.2. ### How accurate is PureSMS at filtering spam? The app aims to filter spam messages effectively. Users are encouraged to report any missed spam or incorrectly filtered messages via the provided GitHub issue tracker to help improve accuracy. ### What is the age rating for PureSMS? PureSMS has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app was first released on April 3, 2020. ### Does PureSMS have ads? The provided data does not indicate that PureSMS has advertisements. Its monetization model relies on optional in-app purchases. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.4.2 — 2023-11-29 - Updated for iOS 17. - Added filtering for SMSs using OPTOUTNO. ### 2.4.1 — 2022-10-10 Now compiled for iOS 16. ### 2.4.0 — 2021-07-10 A small tweak to make the allowed and blocked lists more accessible. ### 2.3.1 — 2020-11-01 Updated the spam filtering algorithm. Now even better. Removed an unnecessary prompt for push notifications. We get enough, don't we? Till next time ### 2.3.0 — 2020-10-11 iOS 14 brought transactional and promotional filters. We now support both of these too. Also, improved the spam filter. 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