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Guides and answers for families.
Plain-English help with federal prison communication: texting, CorrLinks, photos, letters and staying in touch.
- Federal inmate texting
- How to contact a federal inmate
- Inmate text apps compared
- Where replies show up
- Free trial
- Parakeet alternative
Sending Photos to a Federal Inmate: Upload, Print, Mail
Upload your pictures, choose standard or glossy prints, and know what mailrooms reject before you pay. Read guideShared Number or Personal Number: Which One Fits
A shared number is fine for most families. A personal number changes who can start the conversation. Read guideA Personal Phone Number for an Inmate: How It Works
A personal number lets family and friends text your inmate first, without waiting for them to reach out. Read guideHow to Text a Federal Inmate From an Android
Exact Android steps to text a federal inmate, from saving the contact to fixing phone settings that hide incoming texts. Read guideHow to Text a Federal Inmate From an iPhone
Texting a federal inmate from your iPhone works through your normal Messages app once the setup is done on both ends. Read guideModern Inmate Communication Tools: A Family Guide
A plain-English look at how inmate messaging works now, what trips families up, and how to pick a service without wasting money. Read guideBest Inmate Messaging Apps: A Family’s Honest Guide
A clear comparison of inmate messaging apps, what they actually cost, and how to pick one that fits your situation. Read guideHow to Send Email Through CorrLinks: A Family Guide
A practical walkthrough for families trying to send email through CorrLinks, plus what to do when it doesn't work. Read guideHow to Message Inmates From Phone: A Straight Answer
Messaging an inmate from your phone isn't one thing—it depends on the system. Here's the honest breakdown and where InmateDB fits. Read guideThey’re waiting to hear from you.
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