Technology has developed up till the point we can now text and make calls for free. With systems like TextNow, you can make this happen; all you need is an internet connection. Read on as I show you how to create a TextNow account.
TextNow started out as a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) app in 2009. Then, it provided users with U.S phone number with which they could use to call and text messages over the internet. Today, TextNow has grown into a true Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) which runs on other cellular networks to provide wireless coverage to users.
TextNow allows you to create local and custom phone number on which your friends can reach you. The interesting fact is that your friends do not need to be registered on TextNow before they can reach you via that number.
To enjoy the services of TextNow, you must be enrolled on the platform. Therefore, I have brought you in this post, how to sign up for TextNow and get started with all the services they provide.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD TEXTNOW APP FOR MOBILE PHONE
To use the TextNow services, the first step to take is getting the mobile app for your Smartphone. As such, we have provided an easy link through which you can download the mobile application.
Currently, the TextNow app runs on iOS, Android and Microsoft systems. You can also access the service of TextNow by going through an internet browser.
Download TextNow on your Android enabled device (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.enflick.android.TextNow). You can also go directly to your Google Play Store app and search the app and install it.
Download TextNow for your iOS device (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/textnow-free-text-+-calls/id314716233?mt=8). Like the above, you can directly go through your Apply app store (iTunes) to install the app in your device.
Download the TextNow app on your Windows enabled device (https://www.microsoft.com/en-ng/p/textnow/9wzdncrfj38m?rtc=1).
When you have installed the TextNow app in your device, the next step to take is to sign up for the service.
GUIDE TO CREATING TEXTNOW ACCOUNT
There are two approaches to create your TextNow account:
- Creating account with your email and desired password
- Creating account through your already existing Google account or Facebook account.
Either of the methods is valid; it depends on which is more convenient for you. Now we shall go into details of each of the methods.
How to Create TextNow Account with your Email:
First, log on the TextNow website https://www.textnow.com/signup# or open the installed app.
On the “Create Account” page, enter in the first two fields, your email and desired password.
Finally, click on the “Sign Up” button to continue.
In the following pages, input your details as required.
How to Create TextNow Account with your Facebook or Google Account
Also log on to the TextNow “Sign Up” page https://www.textnow.com/signup# or open through the app you installed in your device.
Just below the “Sign Up” button are these two buttons: Sign in with Facebook and Sign in with Google. Choose which of them you want.
Verify access by TextNow to either of these accounts by inputting your Facebook or Google account password.
Please read the terms and conditions before you check the box. Make sure you are good with the limit of your data that will be shared with TextNow.
CONCLUSION
At this point, I believe you have grasped how to sign up for TextNow account. Do not hesitate to put your questions through if you have any.