Enhance Your Messaging Experience: Text Yourself via RCS on Google Messages

Deepak Gupta
Deepak Gupta

Co-founder/CEO

 
February 14, 2025 2 min read

Android users can now utilize the Google Messages app to text themselves using RCS (Rich Communication Services), enhancing the functionality compared to traditional SMS. This new feature allows for longer messages and high-quality photo and video sharing, eliminating the limitations associated with SMS.

Google Messages RCS Self-Texting Feature

According to reports from Android Authority, the option for self-messaging is available in both the beta and stable versions of Google Messages. This is a significant improvement as SMS, a protocol established in 1992, compresses media and limits message length. While this feature enhances convenience, RCS messages to yourself are currently not encrypted, which is a security concern. For sensitive content, users may want to consider alternative encrypted messaging platforms. To text yourself using RCS, simply send a message to your own number. If the feature is not available, users can enroll in the Google Messages beta via the Google Play Store or check for updates in the app settings.

Advantages of Texting Yourself

Texting yourself provides a simple method for consolidating thoughts and media across devices. Users can easily save important information from conversations or ideas that arise during the day. The timestamp feature allows for tracking when each message was sent, which is a notable advantage over traditional note-taking apps. For those seeking secure options, platforms like Signal offer end-to-end encryption. However, for everyday notes and reminders, the convenience of Google Messages' RCS self-texting can be an effective solution.

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Deepak Gupta
Deepak Gupta

Co-founder/CEO

 

Deepak Gupta is a technology leader and serial builder with deep experience in enterprise software, authentication systems, and platform architecture. He has led complex, security-sensitive products at a CTO level and brings a strong foundation in scalability, reliability, and developer-first design. At LogicBalls, his work focuses on building AI-powered tools that simplify complex workflows and make advanced technology accessible to everyday users through practical, production-ready systems.

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