What is Forward SMS?
Forward SMS is an iPhone application designed to automate text message forwarding to various destinations including email, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Discord, or another phone. The app leverages iOS Shortcuts automation to detect incoming messages and route them to configured endpoints, with the entire process running locally on the user's device without external server involvement.
The setup process typically takes about five minutes and involves downloading the app from the App Store, configuring forwarding destinations, and creating a Shortcuts automation. Messages forward automatically even when the iPhone is locked, providing continuous functionality. The service supports unlimited destinations and messages, making it suitable for both individual and team use cases such as OTP sharing, payment confirmations, and customer support routing.
Features
- Unlimited Destinations: Configure multiple forwarding endpoints including email, Microsoft Teams, Slack, Discord, webhooks, and other phones
- Unlimited Messages: No caps or limits on the number of messages that can be forwarded
- On-Device Operation: Runs entirely on the iPhone using iOS Shortcuts without external servers
- Background Functionality: Automatically forwards messages even when the iPhone is locked
- Simple Setup: Typically takes about five minutes to configure with step-by-step guides
Use Cases
- OTP/2FA verification code sharing for team accounts
- Automated payment confirmation notifications for finance teams
- Urgent customer message routing to support channels
- Delivery notification forwarding to logistics teams
- Shared account authentication without phone number sharing
FAQs
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What platforms does Forward SMS support for message forwarding?
Forward SMS supports forwarding to email (including Gmail and Outlook), Slack channels, Microsoft Teams chats, Discord servers, WhatsApp, and other phone numbers. -
How does the privacy and security of Forward SMS compare to other solutions?
Forward SMS operates entirely on-device using iOS Shortcuts, meaning messages never pass through external servers. It doesn't require permissions to access message history and doesn't store any messages. -
Can I use Forward SMS on devices other than iPhone?
Forward SMS works on both iPhone and iPad, and many users repurpose old devices as dedicated forwarding tools for their teams. -
Are there any business discounts available for Forward SMS?
Yes, businesses receive 30% discounts through the web checkout, and invoices are available for expense reimbursement upon request.
