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Deploys AI agents on iMessage for customer service and lead capture.

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GTM and product teams use Chert to deploy AI agents directly on iMessage, offering a native blue-bubble experience. This infrastructure helps automate customer service and inbound lead capture. It provides a distinct channel for reaching people at scale, moving beyond traditional SMS pipes for higher engagement.

For who
GTM teams and product teams
Solves what
Deploying AI agents on iMessage for customer service and lead capture.
  • Real iMessage blue-bubble UX
  • API for integrations
  • SMS fallback

Market demand

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Operator & company

Operators

2 people

Gary Gao

Maker · Source-backed

Ian Fong

Maker · Source-backed

Company

Founded

May 2026

HQ

United States

Operating model

Business model

Saas

Platform

API

Audience

Sales

Builder strategy

ProvenRadar analysis

Strategy Type
Niche Specialist
Stage
Vc Growth
Effort
Small Team
About Chert Expand

Chert provides the infrastructure for GTM and product teams to deploy AI agents directly on iMessage. This platform allows businesses to automate customer service and inbound lead capture through a native blue-bubble experience.

By focusing on iMessage, Chert offers a distinct channel for reaching customers at scale, aiming for higher engagement and trust than traditional SMS. Its positioning helps teams maintain quality and personalized interaction while leveraging AI for high-volume communication workflows.

In their own words

iMessage infrastructure for reaching people _at_ _scale._

Build and deploy AI on iMessage to reach people at scale while maintaining quality, trust, and personalized interaction.

Competitive context

1 peer · Same primary niche.

smsflexor

smsflexor

#automation

smsflexor.com

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Commercial cues

Model
contact only
Free tier
Yes
Trial
No

Pricing strategy

Chert offers a free tier, with Usage-Based handled through custom pricing.

  • A free tier lets teams test iMessage AI agents without upfront cost.
  • Custom pricing aligns costs with high-volume outbound communication needs.
  • Per-request billing directly ties costs to each delivered message.