Answers on your mobile

It's not always easy to talk about sex and relationships. txtm8 gives you the option to get the advice you want sent straight to your mobile phone.

The service uses a short phone number – 89868 – which spells out txtm8 on a regular mobile phone keypad, making it easier for you to remember.

Using txtm8 is simple. Just text a question on any topic relating to sex, sexuality, sexual health or relationships to 89868 as if you were texting a mate and an experienced adviser will text you back with an answer within 30 minutes. txtm8 advisers can also direct you to relevant local services and clinics where you can go to for free confidential support, treatment and further advice.

txtm8 is free, guarantees your anonymity and is completely confidential. All txtm8 advice should be clear, supportive and friendly, but please do not send picture messages as adviders can not view them.

txtm8 is open 8am and 2am, 365 days a year. All questions received during opening times will usually be answered within 30 minutes. Texts received outside these hours will be answered as soon as txtm8 re-opens.
 

 

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Quick links
Brook - offers free and confidential sexual health advice and services for young people under 25. Sex - Worth Talking About ChildLine - If you are under 19, you can contact ChildLine about anything - no problem is too big or too small. Become a fan of txtm8 on Facebook