Status update service Hellotxt is closing its doors to the community. A letter released to its users today reads that the website will be closing down effective August 7, 2012. With other free status update services like Ping.fm going the pay-per-use route, the future of free status update services seem bleak. Full release follows.
A Special Announcement
Dear,
All good things must come to an end, and that time has come for HelloTXT.
We regret to inform the community that effective 7th Aug 2012 HelloTXT will be closing down operations.
As of 7th Aug 2012 , the community will be disbanded. Access to the Web, WAP site and Apps will be terminated. In advance of the closure, we encourage you to log into your account and collect any information or contacts you will need.
We’ve immensely enjoyed the journey of the last 4 years as we’ve watched HelloTXT community grow and change. We sincerely thank you for all of the input and feedback you’ve provided us through the years!
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I still be able to access my profile?
After August 07th, 2012 all profiles will be terminated, so you will not be able to access your account or any profile information.
I’m really upset about this and I want you to know about it!
We understand your concern and this has been a hard decision for us as well. Feel free to share your feedbacks with us via our Corporate Website.
Thanks again to all,
The Hellotxt team
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