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R. Okafor
Disappearing messages set to 1 week
Got the documents. Reading tonight.21:14
Page 12 is the important one21:15
Understood. Coffee tomorrow at 8?21:16
Same place.21:16
Signal message

Fake Signal Chat Generator

Make a Signal-style conversation with rounded blue bubbles, in-bubble timestamps and the circled check marks Signal uses for sent, delivered and read.

Signal's design is intentionally plain, which makes it a good choice when you want a chat that looks like a real app without a loud brand. Its receipts are distinctive: one outlined circle with a check for sent, two for delivered, two filled circles for read. This generator reproduces that system and works well for privacy and security explainers, journalism-themed fiction and minimal UI mockups.

  • Free, no sign-up
  • Runs in your browser
  • PNG, JPG and video export

How to make a Signal chat screenshot

  1. 1Set the contact name and photo.
  2. 2Write the conversation; times appear inside each bubble.
  3. 3Set each of your messages to Sent, Delivered or Read to show the circled checks.
  4. 4Add a system note like “Disappearing messages set to 1 week” for context.
  5. 5Choose light or dark theme.
  6. 6Turn on the phone frame for presentation slides.
  7. 7Download the PNG.
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Why use this Signal generator

Signal's receipts

Outlined and filled circle checks match Signal's delivery language.

Brand-light

A clean, minimal look that suits slides and explainers.

System notes

Add disappearing-message or safety-number notes for realism.

Features

  • Blue outgoing and grey incoming bubbles
  • Circled check receipts: sent, delivered, read
  • Times inside bubbles
  • System notes for disappearing messages
  • Photos, voice notes and links
  • Light and dark themes
  • Works on phones, tablets and desktop
  • Drafts autosave privately in your browser

Examples from similar tools

Original scenes made with this editor. Open one in its tool to start from it.

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WhatsApp ChatThe landlord's surprise visitA short comedic exchange with grey and blue ticks, a reply quote and a voice note. Create something similar
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Common use cases

Privacy explainers
Illustrate encrypted messaging in a video or article.
Thriller and journalism fiction
Show sources or characters communicating securely.
Security training
Explain verification and safety numbers with safe examples.
Minimal UI slides
Use as a neutral chat visual in presentations.

Tips for a more convincing Signal mockup

  • Signal users often enable disappearing messages — a system note at the top adds context.
  • Keep avatars simple; many Signal users use initials.
  • Dark mode is common among privacy-minded users.
  • Use “Note to Self” as the contact name for a solo-notes scene.
  • Avoid real phone numbers; use names or 555 numbers.

Use it responsibly. Mockups are for entertainment, education, design and storytelling. Don’t present them as real conversations, don’t impersonate real people, and never use them as evidence or to deceive anyone. Read our acceptable use policy.

Guides

Signal generator FAQ

How do Signal receipts look here?

Sent shows one outlined circle with a check, Delivered shows two, and Read shows two filled circles.

Can I add a disappearing messages note?

Yes. Add a System note message with the text you want.

Can I make a Signal group?

Yes. Switch Contact info to Group and add members.

Does it work on phones?

Yes. The editor is fully responsive with a sticky export button.

Is this affiliated with Signal?

No. Mocknex is not affiliated with Signal or the Signal Foundation.

Ready to make your Signal mockup?

It takes about a minute. No account, no watermark, nothing uploaded.

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