Do I get charged for incoming text messages?

You will be charged (depending on your plan) for incoming text messages even if you do not have a messaging application.

What are carrier SMS charges?

In the US and Canada, SMS and MMS carrier fees are typically small surcharges applied by mobile carriers on certain types of message traffic. Carrier fees, where applicable, are charged per message segment for SMS, and per message for MMS. Other carriers only charge fees for SMS sent from a short code number.

What happens if I turn off MMS messaging?

When this option is turned off, your phone will stop downloading MMS messages automatically. When you receive an MMS, you can still manually open it and download its contents. You can also delete the message without downloading the contents.

How can I send free text messages to a cell phone?

Go to the Way2sms website and create an account. You’ll be sent a password on your mobile phone and a verification email. You’ll need both to verify your account and start sending free text messages.

What is the difference between a text message and a multimedia message?

The biggest difference between SMS (Short Message Service) and MMS (Multimedia Message Service) is that SMS is only capable of sending text. MMS can send multimedia content—pictures, video, and audio—in addition to text.

How can I text without balance?

To use this service simply Dial “*141#” from your prepaid mobile after this you can see a pop up window open and there are many options available. Out of them chose “Call Me Back” SMS which is free of cost. You can use this service to send a maximum of 5 SMS per month free of cost.

What is meant by free text?

noun. Computing. Information that is represented in an electronic data storage medium in ordinary language without any constraint of format, as opposed to numerical, coded, or structured data.

Does it cost to receive MMS messages?

MMS messages over short codes start at 2¢ per MMS message sent, and 1¢ per MMS message received. In addition, there are small short code carrier fees that are added to the cost for all messages sent over a short code.

Does MMS messaging cost money?

If you enjoy sending multimedia messages, why not use a popular app like WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger? Chat apps like these use your phone’s internet connection, so if you’re on Wi-Fi it won’t cost you anything. If you send an MMS when you’re out about, the data you use will simply come out of your monthly allowance.

How can I send free SMS to mobile?

JustSMS. Another app which has a simple user interface and allows users to send unlimited text/SMS to any mobile phone number in India for free is JustSMS. Users just need to register for a new account and then start adding contacts easily.