---
name: imsg
description: iMessage/SMS CLI for listing chats, history, watch, and sending.
homepage: https://imsg.to
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---

# imsg

Use `imsg` to read and send Messages.app iMessage/SMS on macOS.

Requirements

- Messages.app signed in
- Full Disk Access for your terminal
- Automation permission to control Messages.app (for sending)

Common commands

- List chats: `imsg chats --limit 10 --json`
- History: `imsg history --chat-id 1 --limit 20 --attachments --json`
- Watch: `imsg watch --chat-id 1 --attachments`
- Send: `imsg send --to "+14155551212" --text "hi" --file /path/pic.jpg`

Notes

- `--service imessage|sms|auto` controls delivery.
- Confirm recipient + message before sending.