FoxText
FoxText: A simple free browser SMS service for occasional international personal messages. Ranked #35 of 36 in SMS Gateway Software by our editors (5.5/10); pricing: Free plan; best for occasional free browser-based SMS sending.
At a glance
- Editor score5.5 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forOccasional free browser-based SMS sending
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free browser-based sending without sign-in or installation
- Supports international mobile numbers and delivery-status checking
- Recipients need no FoxText account or app
Where it doesn't
- 120-character message input limit
- Intended for personal communication, not business or mass texting
- No API access, integrations or broader gateway controls
Our verdict on FoxText
FoxText is a free web service for sending SMS messages from a computer or smartphone. It is designed for personal communication, with no sign-in, app or plug-in installation required. Users enter a recipient’s mobile number and message in a browser, including for international destinations. Recipients do not need a FoxText account or app, making the service suitable for occasional one-to-one messages when both the sender and recipient need a low-friction option.
The service’s main strength is its narrow, accessible workflow. A browser is the only platform requirement, and message delivery-status checking gives senders a way to review the status after sending. The published feature set also supports international mobile numbers, which broadens its use beyond a single-country texting tool. These capabilities make FoxText a practical choice for occasional personal messages, but the 120-character input limit can constrain longer communication and favors short updates or alerts.
FoxText is not aimed at organizations that need a full SMS gateway. Its website states that business or mass use is limited by its terms, and the service does not offer API access, integrations or broader gateway controls. That rules it out for automated notifications, campaign management, connected applications and high-volume workflows. Choose FoxText when free, browser-based personal SMS sending is the priority; choose a broader gateway product when automation, business messaging or scalable operational controls matter.
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FoxText fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Two-way messaging | Not verified |
| Delivery reports | Yes |
| Inbound SMS | Not verified |
| Contact management | Not verified |
| API access | Not verified |
| Included user seats | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | foxtext.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
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