How To Use iMessage on a Windows PC

The iMessage app is very popular among Apple users. iMessage brand awareness in the U.S. is at 71%. Although there was some buzz that it would become available to Window PC users in 2013, it was never made official.

Although there is no native iMessage app that can be downloaded and used on a Windows PC, there are other ways Windows users can use this popular messaging app.

In this article, we’ll go through five ways Windows users can get iMessage on their PCs.

Method No. 1: Chrome Extension

For this method to work, you’ll need a Mac computer with the iMessage app downloaded.

Note that this method will work only if you have Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11.

You can access a Mac computer by using the Chrome Remote Desktop tool. This program will give you remote access to a Mac computer from your PC, and you can continue installing iMessage on your PC.

1. Type in “Chrome Remote Desktop,” on your browser and install it on both your Mac and Windows PC.
   
   • Once it’s installed, it will allow you to connect “merge apps.”
2. Go to your Mac and open the Chrome browser.
   
3. Tap on the “Remote Desktop Icon” on the right side. You will get a code that you need to save.
   
4. Go to your Windows PC, open Chrome and the Extension.
   
5. Tap on the option to connect Chrome remotely.
   
6. Enter the code that you saved.
   

You will now have access to the Mac from your Windows PC.

Method No 2: iOS Emulator

The second option is using the iOS emulator. Proceed with these steps:

1. Type in “ipadian.net” and install the available emulator.
2. Install the Extension.exe file on your PC.
3. Run the emulator and accept the terms and conditions.
4. Launch the software on your PC.
5. Go to the Apple messages app and launch it.

You’ll have access to iMessage on your PC.

Method No. 3: Cydia

The third option is using Cydia, a third-party application. It works by sharing iMessage data with the system when it’s connected to the Wi-Fi.

1. Download the app on your PC.
2. Go to “Settings” and enable it.
3. Go to your PC, and log into the app on the website.
4. Enter the IP address, and a connection will be established.

Method No. 4: Mirroring iPhone on Your Windows (AirDroid Cast)

AirDroid helps users control and mirror their iPhones quickly. It enables you to control your iOS and Android devices on your PC and Mac.

Note that there are different methods that AirDroid lets you control your PC.

The first method is WLAN:

1. Download the AirDroid Cast on your iPhone and Windows PC device.
   
   
2. Go to your PC and open AirDroid Cast.
   
3. Click on the WLAN option. You’ll have two options: QR code and casting code.
   
4. Scan the QR code and add it to the app.
   
5. Click on “Start casting.”
   
6. Tap on “Allow” for permission.
   
7. Tap on “Start broadcast,” and choose your AirDroid Cast.
   
8. Head to the left menu bar and click on the control icon.
   
9. Follow the instructions and activate the control feature.

The second method is Airplay.

1. Connect your Windows and iPhone to the same Wi-Fi network.
   
2. Take your iPhone and go to the “Control Center.”
   
3. Select “AirDroid Cast – xx” to start. Your devices should connect.
   
4. On your PC, go to the “Control Feature.”
5. Follow the instructions and activate the feature.

The third method is USB.

1. Connect your Windows and iPhone with a USB cable.
   
2. Click on the iOS device you want to connect on your Windows device.
3. Grant permission and tap on the “Trust” option on your Windows. The devices should now be connected.
4. Click on the control icon and turn on the Bluetooth.
   
5. Connect Windows with your iPhone.

Method No. 5: Zen

Zen is a cross-platform app that’ll be available to users soon. The app is expected to sell for between $3 and $5 for those who want to access iMessage on their Windows PC.

Other than that, there’s not a lot more that we can see since it’s in progress.

What if iMessages Are Not Syncing Between My Mac and iPhone?

If your messages are not syncing, here are tips on how to fix the issue:

• Turn your iMessage app off and on again.
• Check the iMessage settings on your iPhone.
• Check the iMessage settings on your Mac computer.
• Manually transfer messages by using the AnyTrans tool.
• Confirm your mobile number with your Apple ID.
• Log in with the same Apple ID.
• Use the device that’s not syncing to send messages.

Can You Retrieve Lost Messages?

Yes. Just follow these steps:

1. Open your iMessage app.
   
2. Click on “Edit” in the top-left corner.
   
3. Tap on “Show Recently Deleted.”
   

If that doesn’t work, you can try keeping your messages on iCloud. This will help you recover messages by using a backup.

Tricks Every iMessage User Should Know

By now, you’re more-less familiar with how iMessage works, and how to install it on your Windows. It’s a great app for communication, and therefore, it’s only fair that you learn some tricks and tips the next time you pick up your iPhone to send or receive a message.

Here are the tricks every iPhone user that uses iMessage should know:

Send and Receive Money

All you need to have is the app installed, and you can receive and send money to other Apple users. It’s called Venmo. Install the Apple Pay within your app and connect your debit card to it. You can use this within the iMessage app for lots of different things: requesting money, paying for your rent, splitting a dinner bill and so on.

Set a Memoji Profile

One great thing about having an iPhone and chatting via iMessage is that you can set up your own profile, a.k.a. Memoji Profile. You can just open the iMessage app, tap the three dots on the right side, and click on Edit Name and Photo. Create your own virtual emoji, and make your messages personalized.

It’s similar to creating your bitmoji on Snapchat, and many users are thrilled to try out this new feature.

Hide Conversations and Alerts

If you’re in a company, and you’re feeling uncomfortable by someone constantly looking on your phone, then this is the trick for you. Whenever you get an iMessage, a green light will pop on your screen and you’ll be able to see a notification and the name of the person that sent you the message.

If you want your privacy, you can mute messages in your iMessage app so that the notification doesn’t pop up. Go to the chat that you want to hide, and tap on the “Hide Alerts” option.

If you’ve got an important convo with someone on iMessages, you can also pin it to the top of the chat.

FAQs

Is it safe to use Cydia?

If you download Cydia from legitimate sources, this app is safe for its users.

Is iMessage safe for PC?

It’s safe as long as you follow the steps. Although using third-party apps is not 100% preferred, It still won’t violate your privacy.

Do you have to pay for iMessage on your iPhone?

No. iMessage is a free messaging app that’s intended for iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and Mac laptops.

What’s the point of using iMessage?

This messaging app is extremely popular because users can send not only texts but photos and videos.

What words trigger iMessage effects?

The following words trigger special effects: “Happy New Year,” “Happy Birthday,” “Congrats,” “Pew Pew,” etc.

How to play 20questions on iMessage?

For this, you’ll need an iMessage extension. Click on “install” and then open iMessage again. Look for the GamePigeon option. Click on it and the game will start.

Take Off

We’ve walked you through the steps of how to install iMessage on your Windows PC. There are five ways in which you can do that: by using a Chrome Extension, iOS emulator, Cydia, mirroring and Zen.

You can also recover your iMessages by restoring them in the app itself or by using an iCloud backup.

Using iMessage is free, and it’s safe for your PC.

Do you use iMessage? Do you know how to install it on your Windows? Make sure to let us know in the comments.