Text Timeline
TextTimeline is a SaaS application that transforms exported text message files into organized, court-ready evidence reports. Users upload their message exports (from iPhone or Android using provided guides), and the platform automatically parses, indexes, and formats every message—preserving original timestamps, sender identities, and full conversation context. The resulting report is a searchable, chronological document that can be downloaded as a PDF and CSV, suitable for submission in family law cases such as custody disputes, divorce, and harassment. The tool addresses the challenges of using text messages as legal evidence, which often require proving authenticity and avoiding the pitfalls of screenshots. By processing the raw export, TextTimeline ensures that no messages are altered, and the report includes source traceability. It includes a privacy-first design: uploaded raw files are deleted after processing, an encrypted search index is kept temporarily, and messages are never used for AI training. This approach balances functionality with strict data handling, making it compliant with sensitive legal data. Users can try the service for free by uploading and searching their messages; payment of a one-time $99 fee is required only when downloading the final evidence report. The platform also provides educational guides on exporting messages, admissibility of text evidence, and best practices for self-represented litigants and attorneys. While TextTimeline is not a substitute for legal advice, it automates the labor-intensive task of organizing messages into a format that courts are more likely to accept.
- Category
- Legal
- Pricing
- Paid
Problem solved
Manually organizing hundreds or thousands of text messages into a coherent, date-stamped, and authenticated evidence package for court is time-consuming and prone to errors. TextTimeline automates this process, turning raw message exports into a professionally formatted, court-ready report that maintains the integrity of the original data without the need for screenshots or manual compilation.
Use cases
- Prepare text message evidence for custody hearings
- Organize messages in divorce cases to show financial admissions or behavior patterns
- Compile harassment messages for restraining orders
- Generate printable, court-formatted text logs
- Assist pro se litigants in self-documenting evidence
- Streamline evidence review for family law attorneys
Audience
- Business Users
Pros
- Free upload and search before paying
- One-time $99 fee, no subscription
- Generates court-formatted PDF and CSV reports
- Privacy-focused: deletes raw files, no AI training
- Includes export guides for iPhone and Android
Cons
- Only handles text messages, not other messaging apps
- Report still requires attorney review for legal admissibility
- Limited to family law use cases
- Manual export from phone required
- No real-time monitoring or ongoing analysis
Official website: https://texttimeline.com/
Canonical LambdaBase page: https://www.lambdabase.com/tools/text-timeline