Expatriates, Filipino, Filipino Bloggers, OFW Journey
Chikka Text Messenger
Chikka Text Messenger is one of the most convenient ways to communicate with your loved ones in the Philippines, wherever you are in the world for free and I have been using it for years now. Downloading the software to the PC or any mobile device is easy as 1-2-3 and your mobile number serves as your Chikka ID.
While Chikka messenger is free, it is very important to note that the mobile subscriber you are texting in the Philippines must reply to at least one or your text messages so the flow of communication will continue. Mobile replies to Chikka are charged either Php 2.00 to Php 2.50 per reply sent depending on the network subscriber.
As an OFW blogger, the use of Chikka to me is very important because I can simultaneously communicate with my family and friends as well as with my professional transactions.
“This is definitely Chikka to the max!”
A multi-award-winning blogger and advocate for OFWs and investment literacy; recipient of the Mass Media Advocacy Award, Philippine Expat Blog Award, and Most Outstanding Balikbayan Award. Her first book, The Global Filipino Bloggers OFW Edition, was launched at the Philippine Embassy in Kuwait. A certified Registered Financial Planner of the Philippines specializing in the Stock Market. A recognized author of the National Book Development Board of the Philippines. Co-founder of Teachers Specialist Organization in Kuwait (TSOK) and Filipino Bloggers in Kuwait (FBK). An international member of writing and poetry. Published more than 10 books. Read more: About DiaryNiGracia
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This is definitely true! Whenever I would go abroad, I always make sure to text and reply to people using chikka. It’s way cheaper. But of course, it’s a bit of a hassle should the place I’m in has no wireless internet connection.