Ever wished you could text your whole congregation without starting a chaotic group thread? Fext is a mass texting app that sends individual, private SMS messages to each person on your list — so every text feels personal, even when you're reaching hundreds at once.^1
Built by Pericarp Inc. and available on iPhone and iPad, Fext lets you create contact groups, write reusable message templates, and auto-personalize each text with the recipient's first name using the @first tag. You can attach photos, video, or audio, import contacts via CSV, and schedule messages in advance.^1 With over 17 million messages sent by more than 3,000 leaders and businesses, Fext has become a go-to tool for pastors sharing daily devotionals, event coordinators sending reminders, and community leaders keeping their people in the loop — all without the reply-all noise.^2
Unlike traditional bulk SMS platforms that use anonymous short codes, Fext preserves the intimacy of one-on-one texting at scale. The Lead Pastor ranked it the #2 church communication app, calling it "best for personalized 1-on-1 group texting."^3
Why Christians Love It"It was the first time people replied like he had texted 1,000 people directly." — A pastor's experience shared by the app's creator^4
"Fext has truly transformed the way I communicate! This app makes texting a breeze… The privacy settings give me peace of mind that my conversations are secure." — App Store review^2
"Unlike traditional bulk SMS tools, Fext delivers each message as a one-on-one conversation, making it especially effective for devotionals." — The Lead Pastor^3
Notable- Founded in 2019; actively maintained with frequent updates through early 2026^2
- 17M+ messages sent across 3,000+ organizations^1
- Ranked #2 in "30 Best Church Communication Apps" by The Lead Pastor^3
- Available on iPhone, iPad, Mac (Apple Silicon), and Apple Vision^2
- One subscription plan with 7-day free trial; annual billing available^1
- Responsive developer support — Pericarp team replies to every App Store review^2
