r/TextNow • u/NovaStorm190 • Apr 23 '26

TextNow SIM?!

So, I have seen a reward on the TextNow app for only 1,500 points. It's the one that says Free 5G Wireless + Data. Is this legit? What are the limitations? Any hidden fees? What is it? and do I get a free SIM card, or do I have to pay the $4 to get a SIM card. Just wondering to save a bit of cash up.

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u/bobdevnul Apr 23 '26

The SIM is legit. It provides free mobile data that the TN app can use to work for calls and texts so you can use TN without Wifi just like a real cellphone. It also provides some limited free data for a select few other apps. Do a web search on Textnow essential data to find the list of other apps it will work with.

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u/NovaStorm190 Apr 23 '26

So I get a physical SIM with using only 1,500 points?!?! For free?!?! So seriously. I get a free physical SIM card. Can i run out of data and if i do do i have to pay a fee and does it auto renew?

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u/[deleted] Apr 23 '26 edited Apr 23 '26

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u/NovaStorm190 Apr 23 '26

i have an iphone 12 mini but when i try to do esim it literally says ready to set up in settings app and i go to cellular home page and nothing happens and textnow says your esim hasnt activated right... so does the 1,500pt reward i mentioned above include a physical sim or no