Free unlimited talk & text

Start making calls & sending texts for free on the nation's largest 5G network! High-speed data is also available with flexible monthly plans.

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No contract, no bills.

Ad-supported cell phone service with free unlimited calling and texting to the US and Canada and no surprises.

Bring your own phone.

We make it easy to change wireless providers. Bring your unlocked phone and existing number to start saving.

Reliable coverage.

Free wireless service on the Nation's largest 5G/LTE network. Same great coverage as your prepaid provider - but we do it for free.

Need data? No problem.

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.

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A modern way to phone.

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.

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Options for every budget

Get free phone service supported by unobtrusive ads. Don’t like ads? Remove them for as little as $4.99 a month.

Wireless service in an app

Still going to a store to get phone service? With TextNow, you can download the app and sign up in minutes.

Seamless connectivity

Our app automatically switches between 5G, 4G and WiFi to ensure you have the strongest connection.

Affordable International calling

We offer competitive rates to more than 230 countries with free calling to CAN, MEX and the UK.

Phone smarter

Make the switch to TextNow and replace your wireless provider. The only thing you’ll lose is your bill.

Flexible data add-ons.

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.

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1GB

$8.99 /mo

2GB

$15.99 /mo

No Ads

3GB

$19.99 /mo

No Ads

5GB

$27.99 /mo

No Ads

How to stay connected for free.

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From over 1 million reviews

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From over 500K reviews

People are talking about TextNow.

“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.”

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The same reliable 5G/LTE nationwide coverage, only free.

Bring your own phone.

Let’s check to make sure your current phone is compatible with our free nationwide wireless service.

Enter your phone's IMEI
Need help finding your IMEI?
For iPhones

Settings > General > About

For Android

Settings > About Phone > Status

Congratulations!

Your phone can be activated.

Now all you need is a SIM Card to access our free Nationwide Talk & Text service.

Need help finding your IMEI?
For iPhones

Settings > General > About

For Android

Settings > About Phone > Status

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Not your typical phone provider

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

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

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

Ready to switch to a modern phone service?

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TextNow FAQs

I already have a mobile phone number. Can I bring it with me?

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.

What’s included in the free wireless plan?

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.

Where can I get coverage?

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.

How can your service start at $0? What’s the catch?

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.

Can I use my existing phone with TextNow?

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.