SmishAlert
Mobile Phishing Protection
About
This app uses on-device machine learning to detect and filter suspicious SMS messages, QR codes, and calls. It helps protect your privacy by analyzing content locally without sending it to servers unless you report it.
What's New in SmishAlert
4.0
June 29, 2026
SmishAlert 4.0: a fresh look and clearer protection choices. NEW DESIGN • Updated colors, typography, and logo for a cleaner, modern experience • Redesigned onboarding walks you through enabling Message Filtering step by step TWO PROTECTION PLANS • Personal: Best-in-class on-device SMS and iMessage filtering. Nothing leaves your device. • Unknown Guard: Everything in Personal, plus automatic screening of messages from unknown senders, so suspicious texts are caught before you open them. SIGN IN • Sign in with Apple, Google, or Microsoft ACCOUNT & PRIVACY • New protection status screen shows your filtering and privacy posture • Clear in-app explanations of what data stays on your device vs. what is analyzed for Unknown Guard REPORTING (unchanged) • Report suspicious messages from the share sheet, screenshots, or Apple's Report Junk button • One free report available without a subscription Message filtering requires an active subscription. Learn more at https://www.smishalert.ai/trust
MoreSubscription plans
SmishAlert Plus (Monthly)
Submit up to 30 suspicious SMS/QR per month
In-App Purchases
$0.99
One-Time Extra Alert
Submit one additional message this month
Developer apps
FAQ
What is SmishAlert?
SmishAlert is a mobile security application that uses on-device machine learning to detect and filter suspicious SMS messages, QR codes, and calls. It aims to protect users from phishing and smishing attacks by analyzing content locally.
How does SmishAlert protect my privacy?
SmishAlert is designed with privacy in mind. SMS filtering is performed entirely on-device, and message content is not uploaded for classification or training. Only content you explicitly choose to report is shared for analysis.
What types of messages can SmishAlert filter?
SmishAlert can filter SMS messages into categories like Clean, Promotion, Transaction, and Junk. It also detects 'quishing' threats from QR codes and can analyze screenshots from various apps.
Does SmishAlert have ads?
No, SmishAlert does not contain advertisements. Its monetization comes from optional in-app purchases for additional alerts and subscription plans.
What are the pricing options for SmishAlert?
SmishAlert offers a free first alert. Paid options include a monthly subscription for $4.99, an annual subscription for $49.99, and one-time extra alerts for $0.99 each.
Can I try SmishAlert before subscribing?
Yes, SmishAlert offers a 7-day free trial for both its monthly and annual subscription plans, allowing you to test its features before committing.
How often is SmishAlert updated?
The latest version of SmishAlert is 3.1.1, and it was last updated on April 15, 2026. This indicates a commitment to regular updates and improvements.
What devices is SmishAlert compatible with?
SmishAlert is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.
