How contacts opt in to RedMessages texts

A RedMessages user adds someone they trust as an emergency contact in the app. That person then receives one confirmation text from +1 (866) 893-1850. No messages are sent to them unless they reply YES.

+1 (866) 893-1850

Mary Smith wants to add you as a RedMessages contact. Mary can send you messages and check-ins, and safety alerts with her location. Reply YES to agree, STOP to opt out. Msg & data rates may apply.

YES

Thanks. You're now a RedMessages contact for Mary Smith. Message frequency varies. Reply HELP for help, STOP to opt out.

Example message

+1 (866) 893-1850

RedMessage from Mary Smith: "My date's a dud, as usual. Meet you at Manuel's at 10." Reply STOP to opt out.

Example safety alert

+1 (866) 893-1850

RedMessages alert from Mary Smith: "I need help, please call me." Location: https://maps.apple.com/?ll=40.7128,-74.0060 (sent 2:14 PM). Reply STOP to opt out.

Opting out

Contacts can reply STOP at any time to stop all messages, or HELP for support. Opt-in consent is never shared with third parties. See the SMS terms and privacy policy.