Messaging Types

Multiple message types to enhance your communication experience

Stork SMS supports multiple message types to enhance your communication experience.

Text Messages

Features

• No Character Limit: Send messages of any length
• Unicode Support: Full emoji and international character support
• Link Detection: Automatic URL detection with previews
• Formatting: Markdown support (coming soon)

How to Send

1. Type your message in the input field
2. Press Enter or click the Send button
3. Message is encrypted and sent instantly

Best Practices

• Keep initial NFT messages concise for better visual display
• Use line breaks for better readability
• Links are automatically clickable

Image Sharing

Supported Formats

• JPEG/JPG: Photos and images
• PNG: Images with transparency
• GIF: Animated images
• WebP: Modern web images

Features

• Auto-compression: Images optimized for fast loading
• Full Resolution: Click to view original quality
• Multiple Images: Send up to 10 images at once
• Drag & Drop: Drop images directly into chat

How to Send Images

1. Click the image button (🖼️) in the input area
2. Select images from your device
3. Preview and remove unwanted images
4. Add optional text caption
5. Click Send

Image Limits

• Max File Size: 10MB per image
• Max Resolution: 4096x4096 pixels
• Total Upload: 50MB per message

Voice Messages

Recording Features

• One-Touch Recording: Hold button to record
• Visual Feedback: Real-time waveform display
• Duration Display: See recording length
• Preview Option: Listen before sending

Playback Features

• Waveform Visualization: See audio levels
• Progress Tracking: Visual playback position
• Speed Control: Adjust playback speed (coming soon)
• Download Option: Save voice messages

How to Send Voice Messages

1. Click and hold the microphone button
2. Speak your message (max 5 minutes)
3. Release to stop recording
4. Preview or re-record if needed
5. Click Send to share

Technical Details

• Format: WebM with Opus codec
• Quality: 48kHz sample rate
• Compression: Automatic optimization
• Storage: Encrypted on servers

Sticker Messages

Available Stickers

Our custom Stork-themed sticker collection includes:

1. Stork: Classic stork mascot
2. Applause: Celebration and approval
3. Bonk: Playful reaction
4. Envy: Jealous expression
5. Gib Alpha: Crypto culture reference
6. Poke: Attention getter
7. Rugarugruuug: Excited reaction
8. Certi Jeet: Verified jeet
9. More coming soon!

How to Send Stickers

1. Click the sticker button (😊) in the input area
2. Browse the sticker grid
3. Click any sticker to send instantly
4. Stickers send without additional text

Sticker Features

• Instant Send: One-click sending
• High Quality: Vector-based designs
• Animations: Some stickers animate on hover
• Custom Packs: User packs coming soon

NFT Messages

What Makes Them Special

• Chat Initiation: Creates the conversation and access NFTs
• Visual Design: Custom generated artwork featuring your message
• Permanent Record: Your first message is immortalized on blockchain
• Access Tokens: NFTs serve as keys to access the conversation
• Collectible: Memorable conversations become valuable NFTs

NFT Creation Components

1. Your Message: The text that will be featured on the NFT artwork
2. Wallet Addresses: Sender and recipient identifiers in the design
3. Timestamp: When the conversation was created
4. Theme: Visual style (5 themes available)
5. Sticker: Optional sticker overlay

Creating Conversation NFTs

1. Start a new chat
2. Write your first message (this will be featured on the NFT!)
3. Optionally add a sticker to the design
4. Confirm transaction in wallet (0.0033 SOL)
5. Two NFTs are minted: one for you, one for the recipient
6. Both people now have access to continue the conversation with unlimited free messages

Message Status Indicators

Sending States

• Pending: Message being prepared
• Sending: Transaction in progress
• Sent: Delivered to blockchain
• Failed: Send failed (can retry)

Delivery States

• Delivered: Received by recipient’s client
• Read: Viewed by recipient
• Encrypted: End-to-end encrypted

Visual Indicators

• Clock: Pending/sending
• Single Check: Sent
• Double Check: Delivered
• Blue Double Check: Read
• Red Exclamation: Failed

Best Practices

For Text Messages

• Be concise for better readability
• Use emojis to express emotion
• Break long messages into paragraphs

For Media Messages

• Compress images before sending for faster delivery
• Use voice messages for longer communications
• Preview media before sending

For Conversation-Starting NFT Messages

• Make your first message memorable - it becomes the NFT artwork!
• Consider the permanent nature - this message will be immortalized
• Choose appropriate themes for the visual design
• Add stickers for personality and uniqueness
• Remember: Only the first message creates NFTs, all subsequent messages are free