Fossify Messages

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Fossify Messenger is your trusted messaging companion, designed to enhance your messaging experience in various ways.

Cost / License

Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)

Application type

Instant Messenger

Origin

India

Platforms

Android
Android Tablet
F-Droid
OpenAPK

Alternatives

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Properties

Lightweight
Privacy focused
Customizable
Support for Themes

Features

SMS Messaging
No Tracking
Ad-free
Text messaging
No registration required
SMS/Text Message Backup
Dark Mode
Works Offline

Comments and Reviews

Top Negative Comment

Marcus Holloway

★★★★★

Nov 30, 2024

This is probably a great app if you only text one person at a time, but it's horrible for group message threads. It only shows icons and does not display individual names in text, making it very difficult to follow a conversation.

Kelson V

★★★★★

Apr 15, 2025

A decent minimalist SMS/MMS app with custom alerts, archives and actions on the pull-down notifications. No RCS support or swipe actions, but does the job without sending a copy of all your messages to Google.

Duncan Briggs

CommentJan 22, 2025

Fossify runs on Android –– unfortunately, it is not compatible with macOS.

Guest

★★★★★

Oct 1, 2024

About: Perfect, FOSS & Privacy-Focused messaging app for Android. Lightweight, and the ability to lock the app with biometrics is amazing.

Issues: Only issue had was with sending images. Fixed by going into: Settings - Resize MMS images - 600KB

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Atom KileDigital Artist

★★★★★

May 23, 2024

Digital Artist

I wish I had the experience the majority seem to have. For me, it never notified me if I got a text message, I would go to my inbox and I had 4 different people trying to reach out to me and I had no idea. Then when I did use it to send a message or if I received one whe the app was open, I would get this "java_script error" that lived across the bottom of my screen for the next 15-20 minutes. I sent a detailed email to the contact provided to inform them of what I was dealing with and I have yet to receive any response and that was around 2-3 days ago. I'd recommend and app with ads before I lead someone into that experience, it was awful for me. Un-installed and moving on.

I gave it 2 stars since it let me change the color of my icons. I always enjoy that, and no "java_script error" when I did it, so that was nice.

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What is Fossify Messages?

Fossify Messenger is your trusted messaging companion, designed to enhance your messaging experience in various ways.

📱 STAY CONNECTED WITH EASE: With Fossify Messenger, you can effortlessly send SMS and MMS messages to stay connected with your loved ones. Enjoy SMS/MMS based group messaging and express yourself with photos, emojis, and quick greetings.

🚫 BLOCK UNWANTED MESSAGES: Take control of your messaging experience with a robust blocking feature, easily preventing unwanted messages, even from unknown contacts. You can also export and import blocked numbers for hassle-free backup. Additionally, customize your experience by preventing messages with specific words or phrases from reaching your inbox.

🔒 EFFORTLESS SMS BACKUP: Say goodbye to worries about losing important messages. Fossify Messenger offers convenient SMS backup functionality by allowing you to export and import your messages. This feature ensures that you can easily switch devices without losing your valuable conversations.

🚀 LIGHTNING-FAST AND LIGHTWEIGHT: Despite its powerful features, Fossify Messenger boasts a remarkably small app size, making it quick and easy to download and install. Experience speed and efficiency while enjoying the peace of mind that comes with SMS backup.

🔐 ENHANCED PRIVACY: Customize what appears on your lock screen for added privacy. Choose to display only the sender, message content, or nothing at all. Your messages are in your control.

🔍 EFFICIENT MESSAGE SEARCH: Say goodbye to endless scrolling through conversations. Fossify Messenger simplifies message retrieval with a quick and efficient search feature. Find what you need, when you need it.

🌈 MODERN DESIGN & USER-FRIENDLY INTERFACE: Enjoy a clean, modern design with a user-friendly interface. The app features a material design and a dark theme option, providing a visually appealing and comfortable user experience.

🌐 OPEN-SOURCE TRANSPARENCY: Your privacy is a top priority. Fossify Messenger operates without requiring an internet connection, guaranteeing message security and stability. Our app is completely free of ads and does not request unnecessary permissions. Moreover, it is fully open-source, providing you with peace of mind, as you have access to the source code for security and privacy audits.