We’ve all had those moments when texting doesn’t go as planned. Whether it’s a voice-to-text fail, multitasking gone wrong, or simply hitting “send” too soon, the results can often be unintentionally hilarious. These little mishaps have a way of turning ordinary conversations into laugh-out-loud moments that are too good not to share.
Thanks to screenshots, the internet gets to enjoy these texting blunders—from unexpected messages to awkward autocorrect disasters. Some go hilariously wrong, others surprisingly right, but all of them are guaranteed to bring a smile. Keep reading for a collection of text exchanges that might just make your day!
#1 Me_irl
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#2 Frog
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#3 Would've Given Them Extra Tip Money Because That Would Have Made Me Laugh
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Even in the age of social media, messaging remains one of the most popular ways to stay connected with friends, family, and colleagues. There’s something simple and personal about a text message that makes it stand out, even in our increasingly digital world.
Across the globe, an astounding 23 billion text messages are sent every single day! That’s billions of little pings connecting people in every corner of the planet.
#4
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#5 Woke Up To This Text From My Boyfriend. I’ve Been Talking/Moving In My Sleep Lately. I Am Thoroughly Embarrassed?
I have absolutely no memory of what I was dreaming about lmao.
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#6 Man Got Jokes
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In the United States alone, people send a staggering 2 trillion SMS and MMS messages per year, while the UK sends around 40.86 billion messages annually. It’s clear that texting is far from going out of style anytime soon.
Would you believe that the very first text message was sent on December 3, 1992? Fast forward to today, and we’re sending an incredible 8.4 trillion text messages a year. That’s a lot of “LOL,” “TTYL,” and emojis flying through cyberspace!
#7 Me_irl
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#8 I Don’t Have Kids But If They Did This, I Don’t Think I Could Be Mad
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#9 Forget It
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Even in the age of Instagram and TikTok, texting remains one of the most personal and reliable ways to stay connected. It’s quick, straightforward, and still feels more intimate than a comment or a like on social media.
No matter how advanced technology gets, the simplicity of messaging ensures it continues to hold a special place in how we communicate.
#10 Uber Eat
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#11 Why Didn’t You Stop Me
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#12 That's True
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Globally, the numbers are mind-blowing—an estimated 23 billion text messages are sent daily! That’s billions of conversations, updates, jokes, and emojis being exchanged every single day. It’s a testament to how this medium has remained a universal favorite, connecting people across cultures and continents.
#13 You've Got To Be Kidding Me
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#14 She Nicely Told You That She Doesn’t Get Paid Enough
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#15 Hamgurber
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In 2021, U.S. consumers lodged an incredible 378,119 complaints with the Federal Trade Commission about unwanted text messages. Many of these complaints involved smishing—scam attempts via SMS that aim to trick people into giving away personal information.
These numbers highlight just how careful businesses need to be when using text messaging for outreach.
#16 Me_irl
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#17 Seems Legit. This Isn't Even A Meme Too Lmao This Is Serious, Should I Send Him The Money Guys?
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#18 Roof Turkey
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While text messaging is a powerful tool for businesses to engage with customers, it’s essential that they play by the rules. Giving consumers an easy way to opt out of promotional messages is not just courteous—it’s crucial.
Failing to do so can result in regulatory complaints, frustrated customers, and a tarnished brand reputation that’s hard to rebuild.
#19 The Joe Text
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#20 The Ashleigh Text
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#21 ;)
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#22 When You Send A Meme To Your Friend At 4am And They Actually Respond
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#23 Coo
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On a personal level, however, texting often provides endless entertainment. Whether it’s autocorrect fails, hilarious misunderstandings, or clever comebacks, text messages can brighten our day like nothing else.
#24 My Dad's Business Idea
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#25 I Don't Know Grandma ☹️
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#26 Woke Up This Morning With A Text From Grandma
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So, have you ever sent a message you didn’t mean to, or had a texting moment that made you laugh out loud? Which of these texts is your favorite? Let us know—and maybe share them with someone who could use a good laugh today!
#27 Accidentally Sent This To My Mom
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#28
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#29 A Conversation I Had With My Cousin A Little While Ago Before A Family Dinner
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#30 To Brad's Out There
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#31 My Father Who “Doesn’t Like Pets”
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#32 Grandma Said She Was In The Middle Of The Atlantic Late Last Night With No Extra Explanation
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#33 I Never Thought My Dad Belonged Here Until Now
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#34 Me_irl
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#35 My Nan Confused By Cap Locks
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#36 Tape
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#37 Finish Your Yoghurt
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#38 My Late Grandmother Figuring Out Her Phone
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#39 Me_irl
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#40 Red
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#41 I Will Die On This Hill
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#42 My Boyfriend Responding To His Own Message LOL
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#43 That's A Bit Rude Nan
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#44 I Was Singing In My Room And My Mom Texted Me This
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#45 My Mom’s Train Got Delayed Because Someone Got Hit, She Reacted Appropriately
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#46 It's A Good Thing They Don't Sell Insurance
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#47 My Dad Just Texted Me This, I Legit Thought I Was Gonna Die For A Sec
He just wanted to show me a cosplay video.
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#48 My Team Member Accidentally Texted Me (Her Boss) Instead Of Her Husband
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#49 Sorry I Thought You Were A Mythical Giant
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#50 “Go To Bed”
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