Garmin Messenger™ App
Apps
NEVER LOSE TOUCH WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY
Download the Garmin Messenger app to your compatible smartphone to send messages right away. When you’re heading off the grid, simply pair with your compatible inReach® device for fast, easy messaging that’s not limited to cellphone coverage areas1.
The Garmin Messenger app pairs with your inReach compatible device for messaging and 24/7 SOS messaging. |
Automatic switching between Wi-Fi® connectivity, cellular and satellite network2 links gives you seamless on- or off-grid connectivity. |
The app supports group message threading and distribution as well as direct texting with individual friends and family members. |
Invite your friends to download the app and enjoy its rich messaging features, even without an inReach device3. |
The inReach® Messenger Plus SOS satellite communicator1 lets you exchange photos and voice messages from your compatible smartphone without cell service. |
Use the LiveTrack™ feature so loved ones can follow your location in real time4. |
Connect your
compatible inReach® device for
global messaging.
 INREACH CONNECTIVITYYour compatible inReach device can be paired with the Garmin Messenger app for off-grid Iridium® global satellite messaging from your compatible smartphone or tablet (active inReach subscription required). |  ON-WRIST MESSAGINGThe Garmin Messenger app works on your compatible Garmin smartwatches — letting you read, react and reply to messages right from your wrist when in range of Wi-Fi or LTE connectivity5. |  SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITYThe app uses Wi-Fi or cellular networks when available, only using satellite when needed — giving you the most efficient messaging solution for your location. |
 TWO-WAY MESSAGINGWhen paired with your compatible inReach device, the app lets you exchange text messages with loved ones back home, post to social media or communicate with fellow adventurers in the field — with no cell tower coverage required.
|  SHARE IN GROUPSThe Garmin Messenger app supports group message threading and distribution. So, you can share your adventures simultaneously with friends and family around the world — even those without inReach devices. |  PHONE CONTACT LISTUse the Garmin Messenger app to access your phone’s contact list for messaging — so you can connect globally with fewer keystrokes. |
 INTERACTIVE SOSIn an emergency, the app (when tethered to an inReach device) lets you trigger an interactive SOS message to Garmin ResponseSM — a 24/7-staffed emergency response coordination center. |  KEEP CHATTINGThe Garmin Messenger app works on your phone with or without an inReach satellite device connected, so you can keep the conversation going. |  SHARE THE VIEWUse inReach Messenger Plus to send a selfie or share the sunset — no cell service needed1. This requires a compatible smartphone with the Garmin Messenger app. |
 EXCHANGE VOICE MESSAGESUse inReach Messenger Plus to send a 30-second voice message, no cell coverage needed1. This requires a compatible smartphone with the Garmin Messenger app. |  LIVETRACK FEATURELoved ones can follow your location in real time4 and see data such as distance, time and elevation. |
1Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
2Satellite communication requires a compatible satellite communication Garmin device
3Wi-Fi or cellular connectivity required
4When used with your compatible smartphone and the Garmin Messenger app or when used with your compatible inReach technology-enabled Garmin device
5Smartwatch must be paired to the Garmin Messenger app on your compatible smartphone
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