Please take a moment to read this Privacy Policy to understand what information DesktopSMS accesses on your device, how that information is used, and what data is or is not collected.
Send SMS Messages from PC with DesktopSMS
DesktopSMS enables seamless connectivity between your Android phone and Windows PC, allowing you to synchronize and send SMS messages directly from your computer through your Android device. With its native Windows application, you can browse through your existing conversations and SMS/MMS messages effortlessly. Composing and sending SMS messages is made convenient using your computer keyboard.
You can also search your phone contacts directly from your desktop, making it easy to initiate new conversations. Additionally, browsing recent call log items allows you to quickly text friends or colleagues who have recently contacted you. For group messaging, DesktopSMS simplifies the process—simply select contacts or contact groups from your remote device, or copy and paste a list of contacts from your clipboard.
To enhance your texting or bulk messaging experience, DesktopSMS offers a pending message queue feature (Professional feature only). This queue stores and manages all enqueued messages, ensuring they are processed in the correct order even when the client is disconnected. All messages, sent through the message queue, are stored in the "Sent messages" folder. This feature enables you to conveniently review them at any time in the future.
The latest version of DesktopSMS introduces a useful feature that allows you to schedule SMS messages to be sent at a later time. This gives you more flexibility, making it easier to manage communication for both business and personal needs.
Features included
- No on-line registration needed, no service, no internet connection needed, everything works locally and anonymously.
- Dual SIM phones support.
- Pending message queue for comfortable bulk messaging, sent messages folder.
- Schedule messages to be sent at a later time.
- Connect your Android device using Wi-Fi (network), bluetooth or USB cable (read more about DesktopSMS connection types and their requirements).
- Native Windows application, native toast notifications for new SMS/MMS messages received.
- Both SMS and MMS support (note: MMS as read only, cannot send).
- Message throttling: Prevents overwhelming the service provider by imposing a delay between sending each SMS in bulk.
- Light and dark themes.
Information We Access
DesktopSMS may access information on your Android device only to provide the app features you use. Depending on the features you enable, this can include:
- ✔ SMS and MMS message data for synchronization and viewing
- ✔ Contact names and numbers for easier conversation identification
- ✔ Call log information if you use features that display recent calls
- ✔ Device and connection details needed to pair your phone with the Windows client
This information is used strictly to provide DesktopSMS functionality on your own devices.
How Information Is Used
DesktopSMS uses the information it accesses only to deliver the features of the app, including sending and receiving messages, showing conversation history, and displaying contact information in a readable way.
- ✔ Messages are synchronized locally between your Android phone and Windows PC
- ✔ Contact data is used only to display names and help you choose recipients
- ✔ Connection and pairing data is used only to establish and maintain the link between devices
Data Collection and Sharing
- ✘ We do not sell your personal data
- ✘ We do not share your messages or contacts with advertisers
- ✘ We do not upload your message content to external servers for processing
- ✘ We do not use your data for advertising or analytics purposes
All synchronization occurs directly between your devices, such as over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, or wired LAN, depending on the connection method you choose.
Data Storage and Retention
Information accessed by DesktopSMS remains on your devices and in the normal Android message storage used by your phone. The app does not maintain a separate cloud copy of your messages or contacts.
Permissions
DesktopSMS may request Android permissions that are necessary for messaging, contact lookup, call log access, and device connection features. Those permissions are used only to provide the functionality described in this policy.
Your Privacy Rights
You control the data on your device. If you want to remove DesktopSMS access, you can uninstall the app, revoke permissions, or remove the paired device.
Changes to this Policy
As our application and services evolve, we may update this Privacy Policy. If we make changes, we may notify you by placing a notice on the application, on our website, or in the Google Play Store. Please review this page periodically.
Contact
For privacy questions or support, contact us at info(-at-)desktopsms.net.