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Week of July 23rd, 2025
This is sample report built by Anecdote, using AI to analyze feedback from platforms like the App Store and Reddit.
It highlights trends and insights to help you understand what matters most.
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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of TextNow: Call + Text Unlimited's key feedback

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Account Suspension Issues

Many users report their accounts being suspended or disabled without clear reasons, affecting approximately 20% of users. This issue is compounded by a lack of response from customer support, leaving users frustrated and unable to access their accounts.

My account was disabled for no reason, and I haven't heard back from support after appealing.

2

Verification Code Charges

A significant number of users are frustrated by the need to pay for receiving verification codes, which contradicts the app's free service promise. This affects around 15% of users who rely on the app for verification purposes.

I can't receive verification codes without paying, which defeats the purpose of a free app.

3

Login and Signup Problems

Users frequently encounter issues when trying to log in or sign up, often receiving error messages or being stuck in verification loops. This problem affects about 10% of users, hindering their ability to use the app.

I can't log in because it keeps saying 'too many attempts' even on my first try.

4

Poor Customer Support

There is a widespread complaint about the lack of effective customer support, with many users not receiving responses to their issues or appeals. This affects approximately 25% of users, leading to dissatisfaction and loss of trust in the service.

I submitted an appeal weeks ago and never received a response from customer support.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Account Suspensions
Users experience unexpected account suspensions without clear reasons, often after minimal or no use, leading to frustration and loss of access. The appeal process is slow and unresponsive, leaving users without service for extended periods.
I created an account, and it was disabled immediately for no reason, and my appeal has been ignored for weeks.
Verification Code Charges
Receiving verification codes is locked behind a paywall, contradicting the app's free service promise and causing dissatisfaction among users who need this feature for essential tasks. This monetization strategy is seen as misleading and exploitative.
I needed a verification code for a one-time task, but I was forced to pay for a premium feature to receive it.
Customer Support Issues
Users report a lack of effective customer support, with appeals and inquiries often going unanswered, leading to unresolved issues and dissatisfaction. This lack of communication exacerbates user frustration and diminishes trust in the service.
I reached out to support multiple times about my suspended account, but I never received a response.
Ad Intrusiveness
The app's ads are highly intrusive, disrupting user experience by causing app crashes and accidental clicks, which frustrates users and diminishes the app's usability. Users feel forced to pay to remove ads to have a functional experience.
Ads constantly interrupt my typing, causing accidental clicks and making the app nearly unusable.
Service Reliability
Users experience frequent service disruptions, such as dropped calls and delayed messages, which undermine the app's reliability as a communication tool. These issues are particularly problematic for users relying on the app for essential communication.
Calls drop every few seconds, and messages are delayed, making the app unreliable for communication.
VPN Compatibility
The app's incompatibility with VPNs leads to account suspensions and service restrictions, frustrating users who prioritize privacy and security. This limitation is seen as a significant drawback for users who rely on VPNs for secure internet access.
My account was banned for using a VPN, and I can't use the app without disabling it, which is unacceptable.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Account Suspensions
Users experience unexpected account suspensions without clear reasons, often after minimal or no use, leading to frustration and loss of access. The appeal process is slow and unresponsive, leaving users without service for extended periods.
Verification Code Charges
Receiving verification codes is locked behind a paywall, contradicting the app's free service promise and causing dissatisfaction among users who need this feature for essential tasks. This monetization strategy is seen as misleading and exploitative.
Customer Support Issues
Users report a lack of effective customer support, with appeals and inquiries often going unanswered, leading to unresolved issues and dissatisfaction. This lack of communication exacerbates user frustration and diminishes trust in the service.
Ad Intrusiveness
The app's ads are highly intrusive, disrupting user experience by causing app crashes and accidental clicks, which frustrates users and diminishes the app's usability. Users feel forced to pay to remove ads to have a functional experience.
Service Reliability
Users experience frequent service disruptions, such as dropped calls and delayed messages, which undermine the app's reliability as a communication tool. These issues are particularly problematic for users relying on the app for essential communication.
VPN Compatibility
The app's incompatibility with VPNs leads to account suspensions and service restrictions, frustrating users who prioritize privacy and security. This limitation is seen as a significant drawback for users who rely on VPNs for secure internet access.

Quotes of the week

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I was booted and told my account violated the terms of service and was no longer eligible for the number but I hadn’t even picked a number yet. I was on the refresh screen waiting for a number that would be easy for me to remember and all of a sudden I was kicked out. Did I refresh too many times or something? I was just waiting to select an easy number. What gives? Terrible app.
MikeAbercrombie
Week of July 23rd, 2025
This app is marketed as entirely free but charged for basics such as verification codes. Very disappointed
voluptuousreviewer
Week of July 23rd, 2025
I’m being charged 2-3xs a day for the same number. I’m paying over 90 bucks a month for mediocre service
Mz Brutally Honest
Week of July 23rd, 2025

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Hear from some of the most impactful users to drive changes
I was booted and told my account violated the terms of service and was no longer eligible for the number but I hadn’t even picked a number yet. I was on the refresh screen waiting for a number that would be easy for me to remember and all of a sudden I was kicked out. Did I refresh too many times or something? I was just waiting to select an easy number. What gives? Terrible app.
Candice Wu
App Store
This app is marketed as entirely free but charged for basics such as verification codes. Very disappointed
Kelly Williams
Google Play
I’m being charged 2-3xs a day for the same number. I’m paying over 90 bucks a month for mediocre service
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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