Life is expensive. Phone Service doesn't have to be.
About TextNow
Free may sound too good to be true, but not with us. We've flipped the script, passing phone service costs to advertisers—giving our users unlimited free talk and text, plus essential data.
Our Mission
Communication belongs to everyone
We're committed to empowering our users with reliable phone service by leveraging technology and innovation. We're not just changing how people communicate, we're making it possible for everyone to stay connected —for free.
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Free nationwide wireless, always $0/month
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Flexible plans without lock-in contracts
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Convenient cross-device usage
When I discovered TextNow I was completely taken aback by the service that it provided and the fact that it was completely free!!
Deepak A. NY
It's hard to beat a monthly fee of zero dollars, but that's what you'll pay for unlimited calling and texting with TextNow.
Samantha TN
Our Journey
2009
From a small table in student housing, TextNow is founded by Derek Ting and Jon Lerner under the company’s original name, Enflick.
2011
What’s cooler than a million users? Fifteen million. We’re as motivated as ever by this milestone to keep evolving.
2014
Our patented Elastic Calling technology is born, allowing a seamless switch between Wi-Fi and cellular networks for calls.
2015
We prove borders aren’t limits and go global by introducing international calling as a service to over 100 countries for free.
2016
Hey, USA! We plant our flag south of the border with our first satellite office in downtown San Francisco.
2020
We break the rules again and change the game by launching free nationwide talk & text.
2022
The team grows to over 200 employees and we host our All-Hands event in Mexico for the first time.
2024
TextNow becomes the first and only wireless provider to offer essential data for free.
2009
From a small table in student housing, TextNow is founded by Derek Ting and Jon Lerner under the company’s original name, Enflick.
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Life at TextNow
Though we’re a remote-first company, we understand the importance of face-to-face interactions. There are always opportunities to connect with your team IRL through local meetups, off-sites, in-person onboarding, and our annual All-Hands event.
Our core values
EDI at TextNow
Equity, diversity, and inclusion is the standard for creating a healthy culture where everyone at TextNow feels valued, respected, and safe.
The Pride ERG helps educate our TextNow community on LGBTQIA+ issues and progress while also celebrating what it means to be a queer person. All are welcome to join!
The Mental Health ERG offers guidance, support, and advocates for employee wellness in order to benefit individuals—both personally and professionally.
The Parents & Guardians ERG celebrates all facets of family life from new and existing parents, to those taking care of their own parents and everything else in between.
The Women+ ERG aims to facilitate a space for women and non-binary people to feel an increased sense of belonging, community, support, and access to opportunities.
The Culture Club ERG is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace by celebrating cultural differences and fostering an environment of respect and understanding for all.
Employee Resource Groups
The Pride ERG helps educate our TextNow community on LGBTQIA+ issues and progress while also celebrating what it means to be a queer person. All are welcome to join!
The Mental Health ERG offers guidance, support, and advocates for employee wellness in order to benefit individuals—both personally and professionally.
The Parents & Guardians ERG celebrates all facets of family life from new and existing parents, to those taking care of their own parents and everything else in between.
The Women+ ERG aims to facilitate a space for women and non-binary people to feel an increased sense of belonging, community, support, and access to opportunities.
The Culture Club ERG is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace by celebrating cultural differences and fostering an environment of respect and understanding for all.
Recognition Programs
Engagement survey results
Our annual employee engagement survey provides insight on how to continuously improve as a company.
Meaningful transparency builds trust, which is why we share survey results for both current and prospective employees to see.
Locations
Our team spans across the US and Canada with satellite offices in:
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Waterloo, ON - San Francisco, CA
- New York City, NY
