Textfree is now Pinger: Text Free + Call Free + Worldwide Messenger
By Pinger, Inc.
View More By This Developer- PriceFree
- CategorySocial Networking
- First releasedJune 4, 2012
- Versions7 archived
- Installable7 of 7
- AvailabilityStill on the App Store
- SellerPinger, Inc.
- Bundle IDcom.pinger.pingerphone2
RequirementsCompatible with iPhone and iPod touch. Requires iOS 4.0 or later.
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Report an issueMake free calls with a real U.S.phone number on the original free calling and texting app. Pinger comes preloaded with free calling minutes that can be used to call anyone in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico. After that, minutes are free to earn or cheap to purchase. SMS messages are also free. On top of free calling and SMS, additional features include voicemail, group chat, MMS picture & video messaging, emoji, ringtones, and more.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING “It’s like having a real phone number from the carrier. Except FREE.” –Nick
“I started using this app back in 2007 on my iPod touch 3rd generation... Works every time, voice calls are clear, and no one knows it’s an app and not an actual phone. Highly recommended.” –Scott
“I have used this app as my main phone number for years. It is just as reliable as an actual phone number.” –Kay
“I’ve tried several, but hands down, Pinger is by far the best. Why? Simple: It works. Period.” –Tuc
“I would rate this like 100,000,000 stars but can’t :/ only 5.” –Molly
“Great to have a backup number especially when you travel abroad.” –Milo —— © 2020 Pinger, Inc. All rights reserved. The Pinger name, associated trademarks, and logos are trademarks of Pinger, Inc. or related entities. Terms of Service: https://www.pinger.com/privacy-policy/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://www.pinger.com/privacy-policy/ Subscriptions are automatically billed monthly or annually to your iTunes Account and auto-renew unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Payments are charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. You can turn off auto-renew or manage subscriptions in your iTunes & App Store account settings. Cancellations take effect at the end of the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period (where available) is forfeited when purchasing a subscription.
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Chart History
Ratings Over Time
sampled from 9 archived captures| Date | Version | Rating | Ratings | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2012 | — | — | 449 | Free |
| March 7, 2013 | — | — | 20,459 | Free |
| December 3, 2016 | 9.13 | — | 24,400 | Free |
| December 2, 2020 | — | ★ 4.6 | 12,568 | Free |
| December 4, 2020 | — | ★ 4.6 | 12,587 | Free |
| December 11, 2024 | v12.82 | ★ 4.7 | 46,781 | Free |
From archived App Store listing data, captured by the Wayback Machine.
Archived Reviews
8 of 15Is it possible to add “archive” option ?
The text and calling works GREAT except for when you need to select options on the dial pad DURING a call.
Downloaded the app and put me through registration process only to tell me I have to get a new phone to use it!!! Just wanted to waste time dishonestly! Sure I’m am going to buy a new phone now just because u tricked me! Even then u shouldn’t use pinger because they are always first to block u out of your account for not having the newest phone!! I’m sure they get kick backs from phone companies and give their users the finger treatment
Already know why we need it for verification or second phone. Too bad you must pay .
Don’t waste your time cuz each time I try to sign up it keeps saying “request error” why is that?
I’ve missed so many messages and the other person resends them and they still don’t come through. Might just uninstall and use something else. Don’t bother using this app if they don’t fix this issue and many more that others have mentioned.
Can’t login verification don’t work. They send you a code you enter it. You go to login and get stuck in a verification loop. I just deleted the app. .
So good for pranking people
Period reviews recovered from Apple's customer-review feeds via the Wayback Machine.