Fossify Messages
by Fossify
· Communication
· Free
On Google Play since February 2024
· Data updated
Fossify Messages is made and published by Fossify. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Fossify. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Fossify and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
Well rated- Rating on Google Play
- 4.03
- 4,167 ratings
- Installs
- 260 thousand
- Last updated
- October 24, 2026
- Ads
- No ads
- Size
- 6.42 MB
Fossify Messages has 260 thousand installs. Users rate it well: 4.0 stars from 4,167 ratings.
Summary
Fossify Messages is an open-source, ad-free SMS/MMS app focused on privacy and control. It supports group messaging, blocking, and easy backups, while staying lightweight and offline-friendly. With a rating of 4.03 from 4,167 users and 100,000+ total downloads (18K in the last 30 days), it stands out as a transparent alternative in Communications.
Pros & Cons
- Open-source and ad-free for transparency and privacy
- Lightweight, fast to install and use
- SMS/MMS support with group conversations
- Backup/export of messages for easy device switching
- Less emphasis on speed-focused marketing language compared to some competitors (e.g., 'fast')
- Broad set of permissions may require careful review by users
- Marketing may understate certain feature nuances in favor of privacy and offline use
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayComments on Fossify Messages for Android
★★★★★
Me Myself
· Oct 22, 2026
A proper messaging app, which just does what is told, without any fancy rubbish that is there only to make life difficult. At first, I tried to use the default app of my phone. I selected a wrong contact and that was it. I could not deselect it. I even restarted the phone, and the default app still insisted that I sent an SMS to the contact I had wrongly selected! Thankfully I found Ossify. An app that simply does what is told!
★★★★★
Prem Kumar
· Oct 22, 2026
Best app for messages... very easy to use... no add no data leak... full privacy 🔏...
★★★★☆
Susan Foley
· Oct 17, 2026
Excellent to be ad free. Frustrating to only be able to send one photo per message. I can't seem to add people to my contacts without copying phone number and then opening contacts.
★★★★☆
Gail Hurd
· Sep 29, 2026
Like the app, but.DOESN'T allow me to post gifs of my choice. It does work pretty good so far, seems seamless but. No customization as advertised (unless I pay 🤨). I really just wanted a simple solution instead of using Google messages, which I don't like. Sure miss my good old Samsung messaging. Just started using it so too early to tell exactly how much I'll like it.
★☆☆☆☆
Robbie Cartwright
· Oct 9, 2026
I use group chats on a daily basis from the Google Messages app, and they just plain don't work on this app. Unusable for that reason alone
★★☆☆☆
Kimberly Snyder
· Oct 17, 2026
It often doesn't send a photo or message. Multiple 'group' texts are sometimes jumbled. My husband has the same app, and it mixed up all of his contacts so messages went to the wrong people on his phone list a few times...so weird!
★★☆☆☆
Wayne Waldrop
· Oct 29, 2026
App frequently locks up, even sometimes locks up the entire phone
★☆☆☆☆
J Brubaker
· Oct 3, 2026
Still trying to find a decent messaging app. This one sucks. If you live rural and don't always have data it doesn't send your texts
★★☆☆☆
Montana Grl5
· Sep 21, 2026
Good so far the only thing, which is a biggie is this particular app doesn't wake my phone screen when I receive a message. That's very important. I have looked everywhere and messaged them, and they never responded to my email. We need to be able to mute a texter, another biggie.
Google Play Rating history and histogram
Store listing
By Fossify, from Google Play“Open-source and Ad-free SMS/MMS messaging app”
Screenshots by Fossify, from the Google Play listing
Description by Fossify Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
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.
Make the switch to Fossify Messenger and experience messaging the way it should be – private, efficient, and user-friendly. Download now and join our community committed to safeguarding your messaging experience.
Explore more Fossify apps: https://www.fossify.org
Open-Source Code: https://www.github.com/FossifyOrg
Join the community on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fossify
Connect on Telegram: https://t.me/Fossify
Recent changes:
Changed:
• Updated translations
📱 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.
Make the switch to Fossify Messenger and experience messaging the way it should be – private, efficient, and user-friendly. Download now and join our community committed to safeguarding your messaging experience.
Explore more Fossify apps: https://www.fossify.org
Open-Source Code: https://www.github.com/FossifyOrg
Join the community on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Fossify
Connect on Telegram: https://t.me/Fossify
Recent changes:
Changed:
• Updated translations
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 22
- App size
- 6.42 MB
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Fossify Messages
16 permissions
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22 libraries
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Trust & Safety: Open-source and ad-free with an offline-first design. The app claims not to request unnecessary permissions, but it requires a broad set of messaging-related permissions (such as SMS, contacts, calls, and notifications) to enable features like blocking, backup, and sending messages. Users should review permissions to balance usability and privacy.
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 1.10.2
- Launched
- February 2024
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 18 thousand
- Per day
- 590
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 100+ thousand
- Launched
- February 2024
Installs over time
Fossify Messages has been installed 260 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 590 installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #153
- Chart
- Top Free
- Communication
- Country
- Australia
About the app and developer
About Fossify Messages
Fossify Messages is a communication app developed by Fossify.
Download Statistics
Fossify Messages has been downloaded 260 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 18 thousand times.
User Ratings
Fossify Messages is rated 4.03 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 4.2 thousand ratings.
App Information
Fossify Messages is freely available from Google Play. The APK size is 6.42 MB. The latest APK version available is 1.10.2. The last update was on October 24, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The APK has been available on Google Play since February 2024.
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