u3a - Messaging services

Messaging services

Please find below links to a number of forums and messaging services to help you keep in touch. 

Reference to these products/services do not constitute endorsement or imply recommendation by the Third Age Trust.

For most of the programmes listed, you can find accompanying user instructions over on our how to guidance page

Prefer a face-to-face call? - Take a look at this list of video conferencing tools instead 

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    Web Link U3A Support Forum

    Register for our new support forum to join in and chat with other members on various topics including learning topics and general U3A community chat. This forum also includes a Beacon System User Forum area.

    Visit the how to guidance section for assistance setting up your account and using this program. 

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    Web Link U3A National Newsletter

    Get the latest information from U3A to your inbox or read the archive of newsletters here.

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    Web Link WHYPAY?

    WHYPAY? offers a free voice conferencing service using 03 numbers (which are included in bundled minutes for UK callers on fixed lines or a mobile telephone).

    Visit the how to guidance section for assistance setting up your account and using this program. 

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    Web Link U3A Sources Blog

    Keep in touch with what is happening in U3A during these difficult times.

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    Web Link WhatsApp

    Send and receive text messages, photos, documents, as make voice or video calls from you phone or desktop.

    Visit the how to guidance section for creating groups and making calls. 

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    Web Link Telegram

    Telegram is a cloud-based mobile and desktop messaging app.

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    Web Link Futurelearn

    Explore online courses to continue studying and connect with experts.

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    Web Link Signal

    Private messaging app for 1:1 or group conversations

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    Web Link Viber

    Viber is a calling and messaging app protected by built-in end-to-end encryption.

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    Web Link Graysnet Forum

    A dedicated space for older people online, join in conversations with other Greysnet members around the world.