There are several apps and services available that facilitate communication between inmates and their contacts outside of jail.

Some popular options include…

1. GettingOut – GettingOut offers messaging services, phone calls, video visits, and other communication options for inmates and their loved ones.

2. ConnectNetwork – ConnectNetwork provides a range of communication services, including messaging, phone calls, and video visits, for inmates in correctional facilities.

3. JPay – JPay offers a variety of services, including messaging, photo attachments, and prepaid reply messaging, to connect inmates with their friends and family.

4. Securus Technologies – Securus Technologies offers communication services such as messaging, phone calls, and video visits for inmates and their contacts.

5. TextBehind – TextBehind is another service that allows users to send messages, photos, and video grams to inmates in participating correctional facilities.

These apps typically require registration and may involve fees for using their services. Have a look and review the features, terms of service, and pricing of each app to determine which one best meets your needs. Be sure to check if the correctional facility where the inmate is located allows communication through the chosen app.