# Samsung Messages is about to shut down for many users — here’s what you need to do before that happens

> Samsung Messages is shutting down for US users in JulyGoogle Messages is the suggested alternative, but there are other optionsYou should switch to a new app before the shutdown date to ensure you keep your chat history…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-messages-is-shutting-down-in-july-here-are-5-things-you-need-to-do?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a4babf4254f0da55deb53d5)
- **Published:** 2026-07-06
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #samsung #google #nintendo-switch #android
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