Start making calls & sending texts for free on the nation's largest 5G network! High-speed data is also available with flexible monthly plans.
Ad-supported cell phone service with free unlimited calling and texting to the US and Canada and no surprises.
We make it easy to change wireless providers. Bring your unlocked phone and existing number to start saving.
Free wireless service on the Nation's largest 5G/LTE network. Same great coverage as your prepaid provider - but we do it for free.
We don’t do contracts. We offer flexible data add-ons that fit your lifestyle and budget.
Our free service is compatible with most unlocked smartphones. Get started for free.
By showing ads that respect your space, we cover the cost of phone service so you never have to worry about a bill. Use the TextNow app on your phone and speak freely.
Get free phone service supported by unobtrusive ads. Don’t like ads? Remove them for as little as $4.99 a month.
Still going to a store to get phone service? With TextNow, you can download the app and sign up in minutes.
Our app automatically switches between 5G, 4G and WiFi to ensure you have the strongest connection.
We offer competitive rates to more than 230 countries with free calling to CAN, MEX and the UK.
Make the switch to TextNow and replace your wireless provider. The only thing you’ll lose is your bill.
You're in control. Once you’ve activated your SIM you can add the data you need, when you need it, right in the app. No contracts, no commitments.
$8.99 /mo
$15.99 /mo
No Ads
$19.99 /mo
No Ads
$27.99 /mo
No Ads
“A free alternative to the major wireless carriers whose monthly fees are sky-high.”
“It’s easy to get free unlimited domestic calls and texts.”
“This could be a genuine money-saver for some users and a lifesaver for others.”
“A free alternative to the major wireless carriers whose monthly fees are sky-high.”
“It’s easy to get free unlimited domestic calls and texts.”
“This could be a genuine money-saver for some users and a lifesaver for others.”
Now all you need is a SIM Card to access our free Nationwide Talk & Text service.
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Why pay for phone service from the prepaid companies? Phone smarter with TextNow’s flexible service options and the same reliable coverage – starting at $0.
Free Plan
Yes
Monthly Data From
$8.99/ mo.
SIM Card
99¢
5G Technology
Yes
Nationwide Coverage
Yes
Free Plan
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Monthly Data From
$15/ mo.
SIM Card
$9.99
5G Technology
Yes
Nationwide Coverage
Yes
Free Plan
–
Monthly Data From
$30/ mo.
SIM Card
$9.99
5G Technology
Yes
Nationwide Coverage
Yes
TextNow
Boost
Cricket
Free Plan
Yes
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Monthly Data From
$8.99 /month
$15 /month
$30 /month
SIM Card
$4.99
$9.99
$9.99
5G Technology
Yes
Yes
Yes
Nationwide Coverage
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes! Once you activate your SIM card in the TextNow app, you will be able to port in your existing phone number from your previous wireless provider.
With our Free Nationwide Talk & Text plan, you get unlimited calling and texting to the US and Canada on the same nationwide network as your wireless provider. Data add-ons start at $8.99/month.
With TextNow, you will have coverage over Wi-Fi and TextNow's Nationwide Wireless Network. To see if TextNow is a good fit, you can view our network coverage map.
This service is paid for by unobtrusive ads, so there is no subscription and no billing information required! And you can connect to TextNow's Nationwide Wireless Network* for phone service away from Wi-Fi. Customers with eligible devices can get our Free Nationwide Talk & Text service, free of charge by just downloading the TextNow app and ordering a TextNow SIM Card for their device.
Yes! You can bring any eligible device to TextNow, and activate it with TextNow service. You can confirm your device's compatibility with our handy device checker. If you have a compatible phone that's unlocked you'll just need a TextNow SIM Card which we have available for purchase.