How to Send Private Text Messages to People

AOL Instant Messenger Method
1. Download AOL Instant Messenger to your computer.
2. Create a username. Remember to create an anonymous username that does not give away your identity if you would like the text message to remain private.
3. Click 'Menu' and select 'Add to Buddy List.' A new window will pop up, allowing you to add the contact information of the person you wish to text. Be sure to add this person's full phone number. Click 'Save.'
4. Highlight the person's name on your buddy list. Right click on the name and select 'Text Message (SMS)' from the pull-down menu.
5. Type your message and hit 'Send' once complete.
Third Party Website Method
6. Find an online website that allows free SMS texting. I use a website called 'TextEm'.
7. Enter the recipient's mobile number.
8. Select the recipient's mobile carrier. The text message will not be received if you incorrectly send the carrier. This is done to discourage spam messages from being sent.
9. Type your message. You can write up to 155 characters.
10. Enter the security message and agree to the terms. Hit 'Send Message.' The recipient should receive the message in a matter of seconds.