What is Securus eMessaging?

What is Securus eMessaging?

eMessaging allows family and friends to communicate with an incarcerated loved one using email like messaging.

Can an inmate block you on Securus eMessaging?

You can block an incarcerated individual from sending messages to you on your EMESSAGING™ account by logging into your account, locate the incarcerated individual in the Inmatessection and check the box next the incarcerated individual you wish to block.

What app do you use to text inmates?

TextBehind® connects you with every inmate across America using text messages with photos, custom greeting cards and electronic money orders. Unlimited inmate reply letters will be electronically delivered right to your smart phone and email address wherever you are in the world.

How do I put money on my TDCJ inmate phone?

You may contact SCBS at 1-800-844-6591. Inmate Telephone Account – You can deposit money into the Inmate’s Telephone account. You do not need to be on the Inmate’s Visitor List to deposit funds in an inmate’s account; however, funds placed in inmate accounts become the property of the inmate.

What can Inmates do on tablets?

Tablet Features

Inmates are able to use these features: Email two way communication between inmate and family and friends [Inmates must sign up for an email account by using Connect NetworkOpens In A New Window] Music: over 3,000,000 available songs. Games: 45 pre-approved games.

Is JPay and Securus the same?

In 2015, JPay was acquired by Securus, a prison telecommunications company that had raked in over $114 million dollars in profits in 2014 alone from its phone services in 2,600 prisons and jails across 46 states and the District of Columbia.

How do I use Securus eMessaging?

How do I start communicating using eMessaging? A free Securus Online account is required, then sign up for eMessaging, find your loved one, purchase a book of ‘stamps’ and type your message. Stamps are used to purchase messages and send photos, eCards and Video greetings. Can I pay for a reply to my messages?

How can I text an inmate to get out?

To send a private message to one inmate: Log in to your GettingOut account. Select the “Message” tab then click on “ Send new message.”

Can you send bathing suit pictures to inmates?

Can you send bathing suit pictures to inmates? Answer: NO. Very few facilities allow nudity or anything that could be considered sexually explicit photos.

What’s the jail app called?

The JPay App is the easiest way to stay connected and support your incarcerated individual. JPay allows you to quickly send money to a trust account, send and receive Emails, photos, eCards and Videograms.

How do I put money on my TDCJ inmate account?

Inmate Trust Fund deposit options include:

1. Money Orders or Cashier’s Checks.
2. Monthly Checking Account Debit (ACH) ACH Authorization Form. ACH Stop/Change Form.
3. Access Corrections – Secure Deposits.
4. ACE – America’s Cash Express.
5. eCommDirect provided by Texas.gov.
6. JPay.
7. TouchPay Payment System.

What is the best phone service for inmates?

The most popular services for receiving phone calls from prisoners are: ICSolutions. Securus Technologies. Global Tel Link (GTL)

What time do prisoners go to bed?

24 Hours in Prison

Can inmates make phone calls on tablets?

Phone calling on the tablet will be at the same calling rates as the phones on the wall and are subject to the same monitoring, recording, and review. Earphones are required for all phone calls made on the tablets. The inmate must bring a tablet to one of the docking stations for a Video Visit.

What can inmates do on tablets?

Can inmates send pictures on JPay?

You can add attachments to your JPay emails. When sending an email, you can attach an image or a video. You can also record and attach a VideoGram.

What app can i use to send pictures to inmates?

Pelipost: The
Sending pictures to an incarcerated loved one takes time and effort, which is why this mother-son duo created Pelipost: The Photos-to-Prison App®. This easy to use mobile app allows you to send professionally printed pictures with a click of a button – Pelipost does the rest.

How long does it take for Securus to approve you?

When will my home user account be approved? o New user accounts are typically approved within 24 hours.

How much is a message on GettingOut?

Voicemail. To leave a voicemail for an inmate, Friends and family can now leave inmates a voice mail message up to 3 minutes for about $1.25 (may vary slightly). Just call 1-866-516-0115 and follow the prompts.

Do they read your letters in jail?

Yes. Prison officials do read prisoner mail in federal and state prisons. While this doesn’t mean that guards will read prisoner mail, someone at the prison can and often will. It is very important that you and your loved ones keep this in mind.

What kind of pictures can inmates get?

Sending Photos to Inmates
In most prisons, you can send up to five photos with a letter, but they must be the right size. You cannot send polaroids to inmates whatever facility they are in. Another important rule is that prisoners may not be sent photos of themselves, even as a part of a family picture.

What app lets you video chat with inmates?

WHY USE GETTING OUT VISIT APP? IT’S A VIDEO CALL: Remote video visits are an easy, instant way to connect with your incarcerated friend or loved one. This service will allow you to make a video call to an inmate, just like Skype or FaceTime.

What is the cheapest way to get inmate calls?

What Are the Affordable Unlimited Inmate Calling Plans?

How do I send a care package to a Texas inmate?

Answer: You may contact the TDCJ eCommDirect department at (936) 437-4726 or e-mail [email protected].

How do I put money on an inmate’s books in Texas?

You have eight (6) options:

1. Money order or cashier’s check.
2. Monthly checking account debit (ACH)
3. ACE – America’s Cash Express.
4. eCommDirect Store.
5. JPay.
6. TouchPay Payment Systems.