TextNow is the only carrier to offer free nationwide coverage including unlimited talk and text, plus 5G data—without any hidden fees or complicated contracts.

Free texting and calling app offering unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi with a local phone number.

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Download the TextNow app to start calling and texting for free on your phone, tablet or desktop computer. Available in the App Store and Google Play.

May 27, 2025 · To do that, these apps – like TextNow or Google Voice – provide you with a real local phone number you can use to text other numbers. These numbers are usually labelled as VoIP (Voice-over-IP) numbers that can route phone texts and calls over an internet connection rather than a traditional cellular network.

Call and text without Wi-Fi In addition to getting full coverage over Wi-Fi, by purchasing a TextNow SIM card you'll get access to our Free Essential Data plan to have wireless coverage even when Wi-Fi is not available.

We break the rules again and change the game by launching free nationwide talk & text.

What comes with your free phone number? Unlimited talk & text No limits or minutes. Text and call nationwide, all for free.

Get a SIM Card Get unlimited talk, text, and Free Essential Data on 5G with the TextNow SIM—$0/month.

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