TextNow Adds iHeartRadio to Free Flex Plan
TextNow has announced that iHeartRadio will now be included in its Free Flex Plan, giving users access to thousands of live radio stations, playlists, and personalized music stations without using data or paying extra Yahoo Finance+1.
What’s Included
Free 5G data for streaming iHeartRadio on a national network.
Unlimited nationwide talk and text.
Free eSIM activation via the TextNow app, allowing instant access to the service without a credit card Yahoo Finance+1.
- No impact on data caps — streaming is included at no extra cost RAIN News.
How It Works
Download the TextNow app.
Activate a free eSIM directly from the app.
Open iHeartRadio from within the TextNow app to start streaming immediately The Source Magazine.
Strategic Significance
This is TextNow’s first major audio content integration, marking a shift from a purely messaging/talk service to a more flexible, ad-supported wireless experience Yahoo Finance+1. The move aligns with TextNow’s mission to replace rigid monthly contracts with customizable, pay-as-you-go data access.
For iHeartMedia, the partnership expands its reach to millions of TextNow users — about 10 million monthly active users — who value free, high-quality audio without data charges RAIN News.
Why It Matters
For users: More free entertainment built into their phone plan.
For TextNow: Strengthens its competitive edge in the free wireless market.
For iHeartRadio: Gains a large, engaged audience in the U.S. mobile space.
