Garmin Messenger™

4.3
2.75K reviews
100K+
Downloads
Content rating
PEGI 3
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About this app

Stay in touch with friends and family. Enjoy the security and connectivity of global messaging with the Garmin Messenger™ app. Pair with your compatible inReach® satellite communicator for fast, easy direct messaging and interactive SOS that's not limited to cellphone coverage areas (active satellite subscription required). The app supports group messaging as well as photo and voice messaging when paired with a compatible Garmin device (1). Automatic switching between internet, cellular, and satellite networks gives you the best connectivity and efficiency for all your messaging. When you have connectivity, the app will work seamlessly even if your inReach device is turned off. Invite your friends and family to download the app to stay connected and keep the conversation going on and off the trail. With the use of the LiveTrack™ feature, loved ones can follow your location in real time (2) and see data such as distance, time, and elevation.

(1) See compatible devices here: garmin.com/p/893837#devices
(2) When used with your compatible smartphone and the Garmin Earthmate® app or when used with your compatible inReach® technology-enabled Garmin device.

Note: Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
Updated on
Mar 27, 2025

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
This app may share these data types with third parties
Location, Messages and 3 others
This app may collect these data types
Location, Messages and 3 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

4.3
2.69K reviews
Cody Fines
March 31, 2025
The change plan webpage failed to load so I was charged $70 for a period I didn't even have the device turned on. Customer service is terrible, did not offer any type of reimbursement even though they can see on their end I didn't use my device at all for that period. Unable to make any changes over the phone to your subscription, completely useless. This app fails to send multiple messages, while the device itself sends messages immediately.
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Fiftyseven Chevy
March 16, 2025
Total Trash: can't activate device on app or web, and there are 1000 possible reasons. As usual I have to wade through Garmins endless list of possibilities to try and fix something that shouldn't be broken in the first place. Every time I have to spend hours fiddling with a Garmin product to get it to work I give that much closer to starlink.
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completely crocked
April 25, 2025
I am supposed to be receiving trip updates from a friend. I click on the original link he sent but nothing shows up. I did receive one individual message but the group messages are not visible. all the articles i read give instructions how to sync my Garmin ( which I don't have) to my phone.
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What’s new

- Fixed expired refresh token handling
- Fixed crash when in-app app updating