Incoming SMS & MMS
Capture and forward supported incoming text-message activity from the phone’s existing SIM.
Forward Android SMS, App Notifications and Call Logs
Connect an Android phone and its existing SIM to AutoForward Text. Forward supported incoming texts, outgoing SMS activity, WhatsApp and messenger notifications, Telegram alerts, call records and missed-call events to email, another phone, Slack, WhatsApp, webhooks or your online inbox.
Existing SIMSMS LogsApp NotificationsCall LogsRules & Auto-Replies
Keep your Android number
Continue using the phone and SIM that already receive communication.
Now on Google Play
Install the recommended version directly from the official listing.
Manage from the web
Review activity, rules and supported replies remotely.
Turn Your Existing Android Phone Into a Shared Communication Channel
Connect the Android phone and SIM your business already uses with the people and systems that need its communication. Route supported messages, app alerts and call activity to shared inboxes, email, Slack, WhatsApp, CRM systems, webhooks and automation.
Recommended Android version
Install AutoForward Text from Google Play
The Google Play version supports the Android features described on this page, including notification access for supported WhatsApp, Messenger, Telegram and other app alerts. Google Play also provides familiar installation and update handling.
Need the direct APK? It remains available through the setup guide, but that version does not include notification access and therefore cannot capture incoming chat-messenger notifications.
Complete Android channel
One Android App for Messages, Notifications and Call Activity
The Android channel covers the communication arriving on the device—not only the gateway APIs built around its SIM.
Outgoing SMS Logs
Keep supported outgoing SMS activity visible for business records and conversation context.
App Notifications
Forward notification content exposed by supported Android apps after notification access is enabled.
Call Records
Track supported incoming, outgoing and missed-call events using optional call-log permissions.
Replies & Sending
Enable supported auto-replies, dashboard replies and sending after outbound SMS permission is granted.
Rules & Filters
Use contacts, keywords, schedules and available conditions to control forwarding.
Online Inbox
Review supported message activity in the dashboard instead of checking the device constantly.
Business Workflows
Route communication events to Slack, CRM, webhooks, APIs and automation systems.
App notification forwarding
Forward WhatsApp, Messenger, Telegram and Other Android Notifications
When Android Notification Access is enabled, AutoForward Text can process supported notification content displayed by messaging, delivery, banking, monitoring and other apps.
Important distinction: notification forwarding uses the title and preview content an app exposes to Android. It does not bypass encryption or read the app’s private message database. Results depend on app notification settings, hidden previews and Android permissions.
WhatsApp Notifications
Forward supported personal or business WhatsApp notification previews shown on the Android device.
Messenger Notifications
Route supported Facebook Messenger alerts to email, Slack or another configured destination.
Telegram Notifications
Forward supported Telegram notification previews when Android makes their content available.
Other App Alerts
Capture supported alerts from delivery, monitoring, commerce and other notification-enabled apps.
SMS activity
Keep Incoming and Outgoing SMS Activity Together
Incoming messages are only half of a business conversation. On supported Android configurations, AutoForward Text can retain outgoing SMS activity so teams can review more complete communication context.
Incoming message logs
Record sender, content and available timing details from supported SMS.
Outgoing message logs
Keep supported sent-message activity visible for follow-up and review.
Call logging
Track Incoming, Outgoing and Missed Calls
With optional Phone and Call Log permissions, supported Android devices can send call records to the dashboard for business visibility, missed-call follow-up and reporting.
Incoming calls
Review available caller, time and duration details.
Outgoing calls
Keep supported outbound call activity visible to the team.
Missed calls
Route missed-call records into email and supported alert workflows.
Forwarding destinations
Send Android Communication Where It Can Be Acted On
Use simple forwarding for visibility or connect supported events with deeper team and automation workflows.
Create searchable records of SMS, notifications and call activity.
Slack
Post selected business communication into team channels.
Route supported SMS and alerts into connected WhatsApp workflows.
Online Inbox
Review supported conversations and records from the web dashboard.
CRM
Add incoming customer messages to supported CRM records.
Webhooks & APIs
Pass supported events into your applications and databases.
Automation
Trigger n8n, Make.com, Zapier or custom business logic.
Another Phone
Send important alerts to a second number or duty phone.
Setup
Connect an Android Phone in Four Steps
Reliable background forwarding depends on permissions, internet access and battery settings, as well as the rules configured in the dashboard.
1
Install and Sign In
Install the Android app, sign in and connect the phone to your account.
2
Grant Permissions
Enable SMS and notification access, plus any optional contacts, phone and call-log permissions you need.
3
Allow Background Work
Remove battery or manufacturer restrictions that can stop forwarding.
4
Create and Test Rules
Choose destinations, apply filters and test each event type you use.
Channel versus gateway
Android Channel vs. Android SMS Gateway
The Android channel brings supported communication from the device into AutoForward Text. The Android SMS Gateway is the developer-focused layer for sending, receiving and automating SMS through the phone’s existing SIM.
Explore Android SMS GatewayAndroid Channel
- ✓ Incoming and outgoing SMS activity
- ✓ App notification forwarding
- ✓ Incoming, outgoing and missed-call logs
- ✓ Rules, inbox and business destinations
Android SMS Gateway
- ✓ Inbound SMS webhooks
- ✓ Send and Reply APIs
- ✓ CRM and AI automation
- ✓ Programmatic use of the existing SIM
Permissions and privacy
Enable Only the Android Features You Intend to Use
Android permissions control which communication AutoForward Text can process. Review the configuration carefully, protect account access and use forwarding only on devices and data you are authorized to manage.
You control which permissions are enabled on the Android device and which forwarding rules are configured in AutoForward Text.
SMS permission
Required for supported incoming SMS processing; outbound permission is needed for sending and replies.
Notification access
Required only when forwarding supported notification content from other apps.
Call and phone access
Optional permissions used for supported call records and related device activity.
Background access
Battery and background restrictions can delay or stop event processing.
Android FAQ
Android Forwarding Questions
Android versions and manufacturer restrictions can affect permissions and background reliability.
Visit the Help CenterWhat can the AutoForward Text Android app forward?+
With the required permissions, the Android app can process supported incoming SMS, SMS activity, call logs and notification content exposed through Android notification access. Available data depends on the Android version, device manufacturer, permissions and source app.
Can it forward WhatsApp, Messenger and Telegram notifications?+
Yes, with the Google Play version and notification access enabled. Supported notification content shown by apps such as WhatsApp, Messenger and Telegram can be forwarded. The direct APK version does not include notification access, and notification forwarding does not read an app’s encrypted message database.
Can it log outgoing SMS messages?+
Supported Android configurations can record outgoing SMS activity when the necessary SMS permissions and device support are available. Messages sent outside supported flows or restricted by Android may not be captured.
Can it forward incoming, outgoing and missed call logs?+
With optional Phone and Call Log permissions, supported devices can provide incoming, outgoing and missed call activity, including available caller and timing details.
Where can Android messages and alerts be forwarded?+
Supported events can be routed to email, another phone, Slack, WhatsApp, the AutoForward Text inbox, webhooks, APIs and connected business workflows.
Does the Android phone need to stay on and connected?+
Yes. Device-based forwarding requires the phone to remain powered on, connected and allowed to run AutoForward Text in the background. Battery optimization can interrupt forwarding on some devices.
Can I reply or send SMS through the Android phone?+
Supported Android setups can enable auto-replies, dashboard replies and SMS gateway sending after the required outbound SMS permissions are granted.
How is this different from the Android SMS Gateway page?+
This page covers the complete Android channel, including SMS, app notifications and call activity. The Android SMS Gateway page focuses specifically on APIs, webhooks, programmatic sending and reply workflows using the phone and SIM.
Your Android communication, connected
Connect Your Android Business Phone to the Rest of Your Workflow
Keep using the Android phone and SIM you already have, while routing supported messages, alerts and call activity to your team, inbox and automation.