Google Messages

4.2
14.1M reviews
5B+
Downloads
Content rating
Everyone
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About this app

Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages allows you to text with Rich Communication Services (RCS) with fallback to SMS/MMS, which allows you to seamlessly connect to other RCS users -- no matter what device they use. Get more done in your messages with one-tap calendar reminders, emoji replies, and spam protection. End-to-end encryption is on by default when you message other Google Messages users who have RCS enabled.

Know when friends are typing or when they've read your message, share high-resolution images and videos, easily add people to a group chat, and experience an all-around richer messaging experience.

End-to-end encryption is on by default between Google Messages users who have RCS enabled and secures your eligible communications, so no one (including Google and third parties) can read or view your messages and attachments except the person you’re messaging.

If a website is suspicious or unsafe, you’ll be warned before clicking any links. You can also block and report potential spammers to help stop unwanted and fraudulent messages.

Share high-resolution videos directly from your Google Photos library.

Keep the conversation going no matter what device you're on. Enjoy RCS chats with friends on your phone, computer, Android tablet, or smart watch with the Messages app.

Access suggested replies, one-tap calendar reminders, link sharing, and more without leaving your message. Reply quicker and get more out of your conversations with smart actions.

Suggested responses, gifs, and emojis make conversations faster and more fun. Reply back to messages with just a tap and keep the conversation going.

App also available on Wear OS.

Availability of RCS varies by region and carrier and a data plan may be required. Availability of features varies by market and device. Sign up for beta testing.
Updated on
17 Sept 2024

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region and age The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
This app may share these data types with third parties
Personal info and Device or other IDs
This app may collect these data types
Location, Personal info and 8 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted
Independent security review

Ratings and reviews

4.2
13.9M reviews
Sonya Wright
08 September 2024
I have to switch messaging apps bc Verizon messages is going to be no more. I don't like this app at all. I can't customize bubble colors, the font, anything. I've followed the directions to do so that I've found, but these options don't exist for me. Verizon messages was very easy to customize everything you want yes, I see that it reverts. Even so, the options are not great. I like choosing colors for the both conversation bubbles, the background, etc, to make it easier to read for my old eye
336 people found this review helpful
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Google LLC
07 September 2024
Hi, Sonya. The theme reverts to the default colors if you delete a chat with a selected theme or start a new chat with the same contact. To know more, click this link: https://goo.gle/3yLUcoh. This will only work for RCS conversations. We ask that you submit feedback within the Messages app by clicking the Menu > Help and Feedback > Send Feedback.
Rachel Hawkins
09 September 2024
There are features that I enjoy. However, despite having changed it in the settings, I am still receiving group messages from the individual people. Also, when my friend sends me a link or picture, it shows up on a seperate group thread with both of us on there and when I respond, it sends me a notification as if I'm another person! It's so irritating. Having everything on separate threads like that is ruining the app for me.
124 people found this review helpful
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Google LLC
09 September 2024
Hi, Rachel. Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. We're sorry to hear that. We'll pass this along to the team so they can continue iterating on your feedback to make Messages even better. We ask that you submit feedback within the Messages app by clicking the Menu > Help and Feedback > Send Feedback.
Connie Nusser
14 September 2024
I detest this app. Notifications are terrible and are extremely difficult to change and you have to guess what notification tone is going to be. Font is ugly. Deleted messages are permanently deleted immediately. If you go to help it tells you how to do things, but they don't work. It also says you can switch back to old Messages app, but that doesn't work. Overall, the last Android update was terrible, but Messages was the worst.
87 people found this review helpful
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Google LLC
15 September 2024
Hi, Connie. The steps on how to change your ringtone settings may differ depending on the device model and Android version you are using. For more information, it would be best to contact your device manufacturer. Also, you can submit feedback within the Messages app by clicking the Menu > Help and Feedback > Send Feedback.