SHOUT

A free, 24/7 text service for anyone in crisis. Silent, so you can use it in a house full of people.

Who it's for

Anyone in the UK.

Cost

Free on all major networks, and it doesn't appear on the bill.

Hours

24/7.

What actually happens

• You text the word SHOUT to 85258.
• An automated reply comes first, then a trained volunteer joins — usually within a few minutes, sometimes longer when it's busy.
• You text back and forth until things feel calmer.
• A typical conversation lasts under an hour.

Last checked: September 2026. Shaun's Button is not affiliated with SHOUT — we list them because they help.