{"id":34274,"date":"2023-08-09T08:50:42","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T08:50:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/192.168.0.221\/redox\/?p=34274"},"modified":"2025-12-12T14:25:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T14:25:31","slug":"forward-text-messages-to-another-phone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Automatically Forward Text Messages to Another Phone [2025]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Need to automatically forward text messages to another phone \u2014 or even to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-email\/\">your email<\/a> or team inbox? Whether you&#8217;re managing a business line, sharing SMS notifications with your team, or simply backing up personal messages, copying texts manually just won\u2019t cut it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there&#8217;s a faster, smarter way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AutoForward Text<\/strong> makes it easy to auto-forward SMS and MMS messages from your Android or iPhone \u2014 with no complex setup or extra apps required. From keeping a searchable email archive of your texts to routing important <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-sms-to-slack\/\">messages to Slack<\/a> or your CRM, AutoForward Text gives you total control over how and where your messages go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll show you exactly how to set up automatic text forwarding on both <strong>Android and iPhone<\/strong>, walk through real-world scenarios where it\u2019s useful, and show you how to connect your texts to tools like <strong>email<\/strong>, <strong>Slack<\/strong>, and <strong>Google Sheets<\/strong> \u2014 all without needing to switch SIM cards or juggle devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_78 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#What_Is_AutoForward_Text_And_Why_Its_Different\" >What Is AutoForward Text? (And Why It\u2019s Different)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#iPhone_Forward_Texts_Using_Apple_Shortcuts_No_App_Needed\" >iPhone: Forward Texts Using Apple Shortcuts (No App Needed)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#Android_Set_Up_SMS_Forwarding_with_the_AutoForward_Text_App\" >Android: Set Up SMS Forwarding with the AutoForward Text App<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#Setting_Up_Text_Message_Forwarding_To_Another_Phone_Number\" >Setting Up Text Message Forwarding To Another Phone Number<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#Troubleshooting_Common_Issues\" >Troubleshooting Common Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#How_to_Forward_Texts_to_More_Than_Just_Phones\" >How to Forward Texts to More Than Just Phones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#AutoForward_Text_vs_Other_Forwarding_Apps\" >AutoForward Text vs Other Forwarding Apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-text-messages-to-another-phone\/#Start_Forwarding_Smarter_%E2%80%94_Today\" >Start Forwarding Smarter \u2014 Today<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_AutoForward_Text_And_Why_Its_Different\"><\/span>What Is AutoForward Text? (And Why It\u2019s Different)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AutoForward Text<\/strong> is a cross-platform SMS forwarding service that lets you <strong>automatically send incoming text messages<\/strong> from your phone to another phone number, <strong>email address<\/strong>, or <strong>dashboard<\/strong> \u2014 without needing to physically forward them or switch devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container \" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"AutoForward Text \u2014 your messages, delivered everywhere\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZKbc2psyvK8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoForward Text works <strong>within your phone\u2019s native settings<\/strong> \u2014 and doesn\u2019t require invasive access or workarounds. It\u2019s beneficial for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Small business owners who want to forward customer inquiries to team inboxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remote workers who monitor business SMS from multiple locations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parents, caregivers, or logistics professionals needing alerts in real-time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anyone who wants an <strong>email archive<\/strong> of their important messages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You stay in control \u2014 no third-party ads, no SIM tampering, no hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"iPhone_Forward_Texts_Using_Apple_Shortcuts_No_App_Needed\"><\/span><strong>iPhone: Forward Texts Using Apple Shortcuts (No App Needed)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up AutoForward Text on your iPhone is simpler than you might think \u2014 and best of all, <strong>you don\u2019t need to install any third-party app from the App Store<\/strong>. Thanks to Apple\u2019s built-in <strong>Shortcuts app<\/strong>, available on all iPhones running iOS 15 or later, you can create a personal automation that instantly forwards incoming text messages to your AutoForward Text account or your email inbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This method uses Apple\u2019s automation tools to securely send a copy of every message as it arrives \u2014 no manual action, no coding, and no extra apps. The only things you need are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>an iPhone,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the <strong>Shortcuts app<\/strong> (pre-installed on most devices), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>your <strong>AutoForward Text account email<\/strong>, which acts as the destination.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Once set up, messages are automatically forwarded the moment they hit your inbox. This is especially useful for <strong>remote workers<\/strong>, <strong>business owners<\/strong>, or <strong>parents<\/strong> who want a backup or shared copy of texts without needing to touch the phone each time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u2705 Bonus: You can even customize filters based on keywords or contacts to forward only the texts that matter.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/how-to-automatically-forward-texts-from-your-iphone\/\">View the full iPhone setup guide \u2192<\/a><\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Android_Set_Up_SMS_Forwarding_with_the_AutoForward_Text_App\"><\/span><strong>Android: Set Up SMS Forwarding with the AutoForward Text App<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re using an Android phone, the process of setting up AutoForward Text is just as straightforward \u2014 and in some ways, even more powerful. The Android app gives you deeper control over which messages are forwarded, when, and to where.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin, you\u2019ll <a href=\"\/download.php\">download the <strong>AutoForward Text app<\/strong><\/a> from our website. After installation, you\u2019ll go through a one-time setup process where you grant the necessary permissions for SMS access and background operation. From there, you can connect your device to your <strong>email<\/strong>, another <strong>phone number<\/strong>, or even a <strong>dashboard view<\/strong> that consolidates all forwarded messages in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Android version offers a range of smart features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forward based on <strong>specific contacts<\/strong> or <strong>message keywords<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forward to <strong>multiple destinations<\/strong> at once (e.g. another phone and your email)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forward <strong>call logs<\/strong> alongside SMS, if needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Control how messages appear and whether to include timestamps or metadata<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This setup is ideal for teams managing a shared phone, customer service lines, or anyone wanting message visibility across multiple devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u2705 Once configured, the app runs quietly in the background \u2014 no need to manually check anything.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong><a href=\"\/download.php\">View the full Android setup guide \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Setting_Up_Text_Message_Forwarding_To_Another_Phone_Number\"><\/span>Setting Up Text Message Forwarding To Another Phone Number<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want incoming text messages to be automatically forwarded from your phone to another <strong>mobile number<\/strong>, AutoForward Text makes it simple \u2014 but note that this feature is part of the <strong>Premium (Pro) plan<\/strong>. So before starting, make sure you\u2019ve upgraded your account to the correct subscription tier. The Pro plan includes <strong>25 forwards per month<\/strong>, and you can purchase additional message credits from inside your dashboard at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, when you\u2019re ready to set up text message forwarding to another phone number, you\u2019ll need to go into the AutoForward Text app settings. Here, you will see a place where you can add the phone number that you want the texts to forward to. Make sure you have the number right, and then enter it into this box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf10 <strong>In the Dashboard (Recommended for Full Control):<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Log in<\/strong> to your AutoForward Text account via the <a href=\"\/webpanel\">dashboard<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Forward Settings<\/strong> from the menu (left side on desktop, top-left menu on mobile).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose <strong>\u201cForward to Phone Number(s)\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cAdd New Phone Number\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the phone number <strong>with the country code<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete <strong>OTP verification<\/strong> to confirm ownership.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Once verified, AutoForward Text will begin forwarding your selected messages to that number automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\ud83d\udd04 You can set up forwarding to <strong>multiple phone numbers and email addresses<\/strong> simultaneously, and manage them all in one place.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>This setup is beneficial for <strong>business owners<\/strong>, <strong>support teams<\/strong>, and <strong>on-call staff<\/strong> who need real-time SMS visibility across different devices. It also reduces the need for manual copying or checking multiple phones, helping you stay organized and responsive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can then customize the forwarding settings to suit your needs. You can decide which messages get forwarded, and from which contacts. If you only want work messages to forward, set up your work contacts in this area and leave your personal ones out. If you want texts from one of your friends to forward to a group, enter their number here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 1px solid #FFC107; background-color: #FFF8E1; padding: 20px; border-radius: 6px; margin-top: 30px;\">\n  <strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Important Legal &#038; Privacy Notice<\/strong>\n  <p>\n    Automatic text message forwarding can be a powerful tool \u2014 but it must be used responsibly and legally. \n    Depending on your location, forwarding SMS messages \u2014 especially <strong>personal messages, OTPs, or texts from third parties<\/strong> \u2014 may be subject to privacy laws or telecom regulations.\n  <\/p>\n  <p>\n    You should <strong>never forward someone else&#8217;s messages without their consent<\/strong>, and should avoid forwarding texts containing sensitive information like passwords, verification codes, or financial details.\n  <\/p>\n  <p>\n    AutoForward Text does not monitor or validate the content of forwarded messages and assumes no liability for how users configure the service. \n    Always consult your local laws or data protection guidelines if you\u2019re unsure about compliant use.\n  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Troubleshooting_Common_Issues\"><\/span><strong>Troubleshooting Common Issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re experiencing problems with AutoForward Text, you&#8217;re not alone \u2014 especially during initial setup. Fortunately, most issues can be resolved quickly by checking a few common problem areas. Here&#8217;s a breakdown of what to look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Permission errors are a common problem. As mentioned above, you need to make sure that AutoForward Text has access to your SMSs, or it cannot forward them. If you aren\u2019t sure, go into your phone\u2019s settings and check the permissions. Enable the app, and then restart it and see if it works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. App Permissions Not Granted<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common setup issues is missing permissions. AutoForward Text <strong>must have access to your SMS messages<\/strong> in order to forward them. If you&#8217;re unsure whether permissions are enabled:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open your phone&#8217;s <strong>Settings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to <strong>Apps<\/strong> \u2192 <strong>AutoForward Text<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap <strong>Permissions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure <strong>SMS\/Messages access is allowed<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After enabling permissions, restart the app and try again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"380\" height=\"745\" src=\"https:\/\/autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/autoforward-app-permissions.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-88130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/autoforward-app-permissions.jpeg 380w, https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/autoforward-app-permissions-153x300.jpeg 153w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Battery Optimization: Blocking the App<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Battery optimization tools can interfere with background apps like AutoForward Text. If the app is stopping unexpectedly or not forwarding consistently, your battery settings may be the cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to exempt AutoForward Text:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <strong>Settings<\/strong> \u2192 <strong>Battery<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap the <strong>three-dot menu<\/strong> in the top-right corner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Battery Optimization<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change the filter to <strong>All Apps<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find <strong>AutoForward Text<\/strong> and select it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose <strong>Don\u2019t Optimize<\/strong> \u2192 Tap <strong>Done<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This ensures your phone won&#8217;t restrict the app from running in the background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Messages Are Sent But Not Received<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If messages appear to be forwarded but the recipient doesn\u2019t receive them, there are a few possible causes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Incorrect Filters<\/strong>: The receiving phone may be filtering messages from unknown numbers. Ask the recipient to check their SMS filtering or spam folder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do Not Disturb Mode<\/strong>: If the sender\u2019s number is accidentally on the receiver\u2019s <strong>Do Not Disturb<\/strong> list, the message may be received silently with no notification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Forwarding Limits Reached<\/strong>: If you&#8217;re on the Pro plan, ensure you haven\u2019t exceeded your monthly forwarding limit or used up your available credits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Forward_Texts_to_More_Than_Just_Phones\"><\/span><strong>How to Forward Texts to More Than Just Phones<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoForward Text isn\u2019t limited to forwarding messages between phones \u2014 you can also route texts to <strong>email<\/strong>, <strong>Slack<\/strong>, or even tools like <strong>Google Sheets<\/strong> to keep everything organized and accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Forward to Email Automatically<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Set up forwarding to your <strong>email inbox<\/strong> to create a searchable archive of all incoming messages. This is perfect for business use, remote teams, or anyone who prefers reading messages on a larger screen. Just add your email address in the AutoForward Text settings, and incoming texts will start landing in your inbox in real-time \u2014 complete with sender, timestamp, and message content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Forward to Slack<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Want texts to show up in your team\u2019s Slack channel? You can integrate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-sms-to-slack\/\">AutoForward Text with <strong>Slack<\/strong><\/a> <strong>using the online dashboard<\/strong>. This allows you to post incoming messages into specific channels or direct messages, so your team can take action quickly \u2014 ideal for support alerts, order notifications, or lead tracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Forward to Google Sheets<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Track messages in a spreadsheet for logging, analysis, or automation. Using REST APIs, you can send each new incoming text to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autoforwardtext.com\/blog\/forward-sms-to-google-sheets\/\">row in <strong>Google Sheets<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 capturing sender info, date\/time, and the message body. Great for teams managing bookings, deliveries, or support requests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AutoForward_Text_vs_Other_Forwarding_Apps\"><\/span>AutoForward Text vs Other Forwarding Apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>AutoForward Text<\/th><th>SMS Forwarder<\/th><th>AirDroid<\/th><th>PhoneLeash<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Works on Android<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Works on iPhone (iOS)<\/td><td>\u2705 (via Shortcuts)<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705 (limited functionality)<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Forward to Email<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Forward to Another Phone<\/td><td>\u2705 (Pro plan)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Supports Slack \/ Google Sheets (via Zapier)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Keyword &amp; Contact Filters<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dashboard + Web Access<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Forward Call Logs<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Privacy-Focused (No Ads)<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><td>\u274c (ads present)<\/td><td>\u274c<\/td><td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoForward Text can be very valuable if you need to send texts to either an email address or another phone number (or both). 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