Send a message

After you have registered your number with Signal, you can start communicating privately with other Signal users. 

Here's how to send a private message:

1. In Signal, tap or  to view your Signal contact list.
2. Select a contact or search for a contact name, their full phone number, or group name then select the entry.
3. Tap into the text field and type your message or tap  or to attach a photo, video, or file.
4. To send,
   1. On Android, tap  the blue send icon with a closed lock.
   2. On iOS, tap  the send arrow.
   3. On Desktop, press Enter.

Having issues messaging? Follow these troubleshooting steps.

Android sending insecure SMS: 

• Signal is removing SMS/MMS support from Android. Read more here.
• You will see Unsecured SMS when you are sending insecure messages through your mobile plan. 
  
• To send an insecure SMS/MMS through your mobile plan, tap and hold or long-press the send icon to switch to the gray-icon.