Google Messages

messages.android_20260605_00_RC00.phone_dynamic

Google LLC

4.36

42,394,250 reviews

10,000,000,000+
Downloads

Free

Simple, helpful messaging by Google

Google Messages is the official Google messaging app powered by Rich Communication Services (RCS). It enables high-quality photo and video sharing, dynamic group chats, and seamless cross-device conversations across phone, tablet, and Wear OS, with end-to-end encryption for private chats and advanced spam protection. In the US, Japan, and Korea, it ranks highly in COMMUNICATION (#7 US, #35 JP, #43 KR) and carries a strong 4.38 rating from millions of users.

Pros & Cons

Official Google app with a massive install base
RCS-powered messaging for high-quality media and dynamic chats
End-to-end encryption and advanced spam protection
Across-device syncing including Wear OS support
AI-assisted messaging features (Magic Compose)
Customizable chat appearance (bubble colors, GIFs)

RCS availability varies by region and carrier, which can limit feature access
Some features may require data plans or specific devices
Extensive permissions may raise privacy considerations for some users

About Google Messages

Google Messages is a communication app developed by Google LLC.

Download Statistics

Google Messages has been downloaded 11 billion times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 180 million times. It is ranked #5 in communication.

User Ratings

Google Messages is rated 4.36 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 42 million ratings.

App Information

Google Messages is FREE to download. The APK download size is 123.26 MB. The latest version available is messages.android_20260605_00_RC00.phone_dynamic. The last update was on June 11, 2026.

Technical Requirements

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play November 2014.

Description

Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages is revolutionizing how a billion users connect and is powered by Rich Communication Services (RCS), the industry standard for texting that replaces SMS and MMS. With RCS, you can share high resolution photos and videos, enjoy dynamic group chats, and seamlessly connect with other RCS users including your iPhone friends.

• Rich Communication: Share high-quality photos and videos, see when friends are typing, and enjoy dynamic group chats that now seamlessly include your iPhone friends.
• Personal Touch: Make conversations uniquely yours with features like custom chat bubble colors or fun selfie gifs.
• Privacy Matters: Rest easy knowing your personal chats are protected with end-to-end encryption between Google Messages users, so no one (including Google and third parties) can read or view your messages and attachments except the person you’re messaging. Plus, enjoy advanced spam protection.
• AI-Powered Messaging: Craft the perfect message with Magic Compose suggestions and our latest AI features.
• Seamless Across Devices: Start a chat on your phone and continue it effortlessly on your tablet or computer. The app is also available on Wear OS.

Google Messages is more than just messaging; it's a richer, safer, and more expressive way to connect.

App is 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 and sign up for beta testing may be required.

Recent changes:
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.

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More data about Google Messages

Price	Free to download
Total downloads	11 billion
Recent downloads	180 million
Rating	4.36 based on 42 million ratings
Ranking	Top ranked
Version	messages.android_20260605_00_RC00.phone_dynamic
APK size	123.3 MB
Number of libraries	35
Suitable for	Everyone
Ads	NO ads

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Downloads over time

Google Messages has been downloaded 11 billion times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 6 million downloads per day.

Changelog of Google Messages

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Developer information for Google LLC

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Comments on Google Messages for Android

★★★★★ barry abdourahmane · Jun 6, 2026

Am always getting what am I asking you Google thanks

★★★★☆ alexa L · Jun 3, 2026

Easy to use and lots of features to enjoy. Would be nice to have a greater variety of the color chats

★★★★★ Colista White · Jun 16, 2026

This would be very convenient for me, especially with my business

★★★★★ Mj 808 · Jun 3, 2026

Yes 100% recommended. Been using it for years.

★★★★★ Dorcas Nyabate · Jun 9, 2026

Open Google Messages install an app update

★☆☆☆☆ APRIL ROGERS · Jun 6, 2026

I hate Samsung change to Google messaging. I can't send a mass text with pictures, like I've done for years, to multiple people. It'll only let you send pictures to multiple people on a group text. I don't do group text for obvious reasons. Also, you can't forward messages. You have to copy and paste every message you want to send to someone else. These are features that I use regularly. Samsung downgraded to this when they're messaging app was great.

★☆☆☆☆ kevin · Jun 3, 2026

Not receiving notifications sounds anymore if not sorted soon will be going back to my old messenger still not receiving messages

★★☆☆☆ Patricia Brainard · Jun 3, 2026

I don't have a problem with app functionality, but data storage is insane. Yes I have cleaned everything, and it's still hanging on to 1.4 gb data (not cache, data) on phone. Messages are synced to my tablet, where it only has 48 mb data. Both are Samsung. I'm looking for a new messaging app.

★☆☆☆☆ arry · Jun 16, 2026

No true black dark mode, no contact categories, searching texts sucks (pls just search the if the text includes the query at all), can't copy links in messages, only the whole thing. If I could use a different rcs messages app, I would, but google refuses to open it up like cowards.

Google Play Rankings for Google Messages

Top rankings

Rank	Country	Category	List
5	United States	Communication	Top Free
81	United States	Overall	Top Free
83	United States	Applications	Top Free
27	Japan	Communication	Top Free
28	Canada	Communication	Top Free
31	France	Communication	Top Free
35	South Korea	Communication	Top Free
71	Germany	Communication	Top Free
44	United Kingdom	Communication	Top Free
50	Australia	Communication	Top Free

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Technologies used by Google Messages

Google Messages is requesting 82 permissions and is using 35 libraries.
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Trust & Safety: The app requests a broad set of permissions (location, SMS, contacts, camera, storage, etc.) to enable RCS messaging, cross-device syncing, and Wear OS support. It emphasizes end-to-end encryption for private chats and advanced spam protection, while noting that RCS availability and feature details vary by region and carrier.

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