Using Text Messaging

Texting mobile phones and email

Send and receive messages with wireless phones from AT&T and other mobile services both in the U.S. and internationally. You can even send texts to email addresses.

Sending a text message is simple. Just type a message of up to 160 characters using your keypad, enter the 10-digit wireless phone number or email address, then send.

Most of AT&T's wireless phones have a built-in dictionary that predicts the word you're typing. They also have templates of common messages, which can help you compose messages even faster.

Instant Messaging

Now you can IM when you're away from your computer with AT&T's Mobile Instant Messaging. This gives you access to AOL® Instant Messenger™, MSN® Messenger, and Yahoo!® Messenger right on your phone. Details

Connect with your kids

Text messaging is a quick and easy way to stay in touch with your teen. AT&T has partnered with parenting expert Dr. Ruth Peters to create this useful tutorial.

TXT2Connect with Teens: A Parent's TXT Tutorial (PDF)

Text Alerts

Text messaging is a great way to get up-to-the-minute customized info delivered right to your phone.

AT&T offers a wide variety of text-message information, including pre-scheduled Text Alerts, right on your phone.

Group Messaging

Participate in chats—exchange messages with large groups of people using services from our trusted partners.

Email Messaging

AT&T offers two email services:

Mobile Email

On select wireless phones, you can check your personal email from AOL, MSN Hotmail and Yahoo! Mail. Details

AT&T Email Messaging

Send and receive emails using your phone's email address. Your address is your 10-digit number@txt.att.net.

You can also set up a personalized email address (yourname@txt.att.net) and more at the Message Center.