TextNow had offered free calls and texts, but only to customers who were within WiFi range and who made calls on the TextNow smartphone app. Now, once you register, download the app and get a ...

TextNow Free Essential Data Plan: ... In order to get this service, you need to download the TextNow app on your phone, sign up for an account, and buy a SIM card for $4.99.

The service is free and supported by ads. It's worth noting that TextNow's Free Essential data consists of 1GB of free data per month for use with select mobile apps. (You can see the full list here).

TextNow, the only free phone service provider in the U.S., is taking the next step towards eliminating the phone bill with the announcement of its new Free Essential Data offering. Launching today ...

It’s from a company called TextNow. It sounds too good to be true: a cellular phone plan that comes with a free phone number, free texting, and even free data to access essential apps. I’ve ...

That need inspired Derek Ting to start TextNow, the only free phone service provider in America. “Our mission is to democratize phone service, to make it accessible for everyone,” Ting says.

It's worth noting that TextNow's Free Essential data consists of 1GB of free data per month for use with select mobile apps. (You can see the full list here).Additional data is available for ...