Send text messages to more than 500 mobile carriers in 200 countries and areas. And, you can access your MSN Hotmail and MSN Messenger accounts too.
Fido to other mobile users
Exchange text messages with other Fido customers or any mobile user in Canada, the U.S. or around the world. You can even send text messages to several users at the same time.
Sending text messages
- Go to the Message menu.
- Select Text, then New message.
- Write your message using the alphanumeric keypad on your phone.
- Press OK.
- Enter the recipient's 10-digit phone number, including the area code.
- Press Send.
Note: Keep in mind that phone menus may vary.
How much it costs:
IMPORTANT NOTICE: RATE CHANGE FOR PAY-PER-USE INTERNATIONAL TEXT MESSAGES
Effective May 4, 2010, the rate for pay-per-use text messages sent from Canada to another country (other than the United States) will change to $0.35/message plus applicable taxes (previously $0.25/message). All other aspects of your wireless service will remain the same. The rate for text messages to the United States will remain at $0.25/message plus applicable taxes. International Text Messaging add-ons are not affected by the rate change noted above.
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| Each message sent from Canada to a customer with a Canadian wireless carrier costs 15¢. |
| Each message sent from the U.S. or from overseas costs 75¢. |
| Each message sent from Canada to a customer of an international wireless carrier costs 25¢. |
Add one of our text message add-ons and get huge savings on your messages!
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With Fido Prepaid Service
| Each message sent from Canada to a customer with a Canadian wireless carrier costs 15¢. |
| Each message sent from the U.S. or from overseas costs 60¢. |
| Each message sent from Canada to a customer of an international wireless carrier costs 25¢. |
Add one of our prepaid text add-ons and get huge savings on your messages!
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TEXT-BY-THE-DAYAddicted to text? Text your friends at home and abroad.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: RATE CHANGE FOR PAY-PER-USE INTERNATIONAL TEXT MESSAGES
Effective May 4, 2010, the rate for pay-per-use text messages sent from Canada to another country (other than the United States) will change to $0.35/message plus applicable taxes (previously $0.25/message). All other aspects of your wireless service will remain the same. The rate for text messages to the United States will remain at $0.25/message plus applicable taxes. The prepaid international text messaging add-on is not affected by the rate change noted above.
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Daily text messages sent from Canada |
Text messages received |
| 30¢ per day |
10
to a Canadian wireless number |
Unlimited |
| 50¢ per day |
Unlimited
to a Canadian wireless number |
Unlimited |
| 50¢ per day |
15
to a U.S. or an International wireless number |
Unlimited |
A partial day counts as an entire day with fixed per-day rates.
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Receiving text messages
Your phone will beep and display an icon that looks like an envelope when you have a message in your inbox. Just select the icon to read the message. Text messages are automatically saved in the Message menu on your phone. You can save, delete, reply to, or forward your text messages.
How much it costs:
- Text messages received are free.
Questions? Consult our Text Messaging FAQ.
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International Text Messaging
IMPORTANT NOTICE: RATE CHANGE FOR PAY-PER-USE INTERNATIONAL TEXT MESSAGES
Effective May 4, 2010, the rate for pay-per-use text messages sent from Canada to another country (other than the United States) will change to $0.35/message plus applicable taxes (previously $0.25/message). All other aspects of your wireless service will remain the same. The rate for text messages to the United States will remain at $0.25/message plus applicable taxes. International Text Messaging add-ons are not affected by the rate change noted above.
International Text Messaging is an easy and affordable way to keep in touch with friends, family and colleagues all over the world. You can exchange text messages with most major wireless carriers around the world.
How it works
To send text messages while traveling
Sending a text message to a foreign country is just as easy as sending one in Canada. Simply add the "+" symbol and the country code, followed by the recipient's mobile number.
Before sending your message, make sure your recipient's carrier is supported. To view a list of country codes and supported international wireless carriers, click here.
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How much it costs
To send international text messages
It costs 25¢ to send a text message from Canada to a customer of an international wireless carrier.
Save up to 30% on international text messages by subscribing to an international text message add-on.
Receiving international text messages is always FREE.
Monthly package text messaging rates:
- While roaming in the U.S. text messages are 75¢ per message sent and 75¢ per message sent while roaming overseas.
- Includes messages sent while roaming in the U.S and internationally to customers with any wireless carrier.
- There is a charge per text message received per e-mail notification.
- U.S and International text messages received from another mobile phone are free.
- Text messages sent while roaming in the U.S and international are not included in any text messaging add-ons.
- Ringtones, images, short codes sent while roaming in the U.S. or sent to customers with an international wireless carrier are not included.
- MSN Alerts are not included in these add-ons.
Prepaid text messaging rates:
- While roaming in the U.S. or overseas, text messages are 60¢ per message sent.
- U.S text messages received from another mobile phone are free.
- Text messages sent while roaming in the U.S are not included in any text messaging add-ons.
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Sending e-mail from your Fido
Addicted to e-mail? Stay connected by sending e-mail messages right from your Fido.
How to send an e-mail message as a text message
- From the phone's Text Messaging screen, enter the word "mail" in lower case letters, followed by a space.
- Then, enter the recipient's e-mail address, followed by a space.
- Enter the subject title in parentheses.
- Write your message.
- Press Send and enter Fido (3436) instead of a phone number.
How much it costs
Questions? Consult our Fido E-mail FAQ.
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Text Messaging tips & tricks
Get your message out faster using these handy tips and tricks.
Predictive text
Depending on your phone, the predictive text input method can reduce your texting time. Here’s how it works:
Using a built-in dictionary and the iTAP (T9TM) function, your phone tries to predict the word you're typing based on the keys you press. So, you only have to press each key once to get the letter you need. It’s the fastest and easiest way to type your message.
For example, let's say you want to write "orange", just press each key once without paying attention to what's appearing on your phone display.
- Press 6 on your keypad, but only once.
- Press 7 for r.
- Press 2 for a. At this point, you'll see a few scrambled letters on the display, but don't worry—T9's at work!
- Press 6 for n, and continue to type the word "orange" until the word appears on your screen.
Simply select the word and continue your message.
You can write "orange" in about five key presses. It would have taken 13 key presses using standard text input. With T9, you can also choose the language you want.
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Terms & Conditions
When sending a text message to a customer of an international wireless carrier, add the + symbol and the country code before the number.
Not all phones are compatible. Check yourphone manual for details.
New countries and carriers are added regularly. Visit this section often to get the latest updates.
Sending a text message to someone who is not with a listed local operator may result in your message not being delivered, but you may still be charged for the text message sent.
There is no guarantee of actual delivery or delivery within a specific period of time, as local operators are constantly changing. Messages not delivered after 72 hours will be deleted. The available countries and local operators are updated on an ongoing basis and are subject to change without notice. Maximum message length is up to 160 characters. If your text message is over 160 characters, it will be divided and sent in two or more messages. Each divided text message sent will be charged at the current rate, debited from your plan or from your text message add-on. If you have per line call blocking on your account, your phone number will still transmit as part of a Fido Text Message. Additionally, you may experience inconsistencies in message delivery if the receiving party is roaming off their home network or has recently changed service providers while maintaining their original phone number. This is a limitation of the International delivery network, not of Fido's network, and we regret any inconvenience this may cause. Dedicated International Text Messaging add-ons are now available, as International text messages are not included in the standard Text Messaging add-ons. Not including premium messages (3rd party alerts, content, contests and promotions).
Taxes and other charges are not included.
