Text Messaging

Text messages, often referred to as SMS (Short Message Service) or simply texts, are a form of communication transmitted through mobile devices using text-based content. These messages are concise and typically limited to 160 characters per message, although modern messaging services often allow longer texts by splitting them into multiple parts.

Modern messaging platforms offer additional features beyond standard SMS, including multimedia messaging (MMS) that supports images, videos, and audio clips, as well as read receipts, delivery status indicators, and encryption for security.