ConnectNetwork by GTL

ConnectNetwork by GTL

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ConnectNetwork by GTL: Stay Connected and Support Your Incarcerated Loved Ones

The easy, secure way to manage deposits, send messages, and share photos. Keep your family close and your accounts funded with a few simple taps.

Publisher

Global Tel Link Corporation

Category

Finance

Downloads

4M+

User Rating

2.2/5

Total Ratings

4K+

Locales

2

Your Connection at a Glance

Discover the interface used by 4M+ users.

Home screen of the ConnectNetwork app showing inmate accounts, messaging, and prepaid phone balances

Home screen of the ConnectNetwork app showing inmate accounts, messaging, and prepaid phone balances

ConnectNetwork app screen for setting up automatic payments to inmate accounts for PIN debit and tablet services

ConnectNetwork app screen for setting up automatic payments to inmate accounts for PIN debit and tablet services

ConnectNetwork app messaging screen showing inbox and message credit purchase options for correctional facilities.

ConnectNetwork app messaging screen showing inbox and message credit purchase options for correctional facilities.

Screen for composing a new message to an incarcerated loved one in the ConnectNetwork app

Screen for composing a new message to an incarcerated loved one in the ConnectNetwork app

ConnectNetwork app screen for making a PIN debit deposit for an inmate phone account using a credit card.

ConnectNetwork app screen for making a PIN debit deposit for an inmate phone account using a credit card.

Support Your Loved Ones with Ease

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 4M+ users.

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Instant Account Funding

Easily deposit funds to Phone, Trust, or Tablet accounts to ensure your loved one always stays connected.

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Share Meaningful Moments

Send messages, photos, and videos to share life's milestones and keep your family bond strong from a distance.

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Convenient Cash Payments

No credit card? No problem. Use our Walk-In-Retail feature to pay with cash at thousands of participating local stores.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

30%
Negative

Summary

This app receives overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users frequently reporting critical issues like app crashes, freezing, and general unreliability that prevents basic functionality. A significant number of complaints concern payment processing, with funds often being declined or auto-reversed, and difficulty in adding money. Furthermore, customer service is widely criticized for being unresponsive and unhelpful, exacerbating user frustration. While a few users appreciate the ability to check balances and, for some, the straightforward process of adding funds and general ease of use, the app is plagued by numerous bugs, missing features like email and call requests, and poor account management options.

Common Themes

Balance Checking(4)
Ease of Use(3)
Direct Fund Adding(2)
Connection to Loved Ones(2)
App Stability (Individual Experience)(1)

About the app

Everything you need to know about ConnectNetwork by GTL.

Description

The ConnectNetwork mobile app provides quick access to our most popular services. Using the app, you can create a ConnectNetwork account, manage your account information, make deposits into various accounts, send messages, photos and videos to your loved ones, take advantage of Walk-In-Retail (Pay by cash) as an alternative to using a credit card.
 Our features are based on the facility. To find out which features are available to your inmate, please add them to your account. • Create and Manage your ConnectNetwork Account
 • Make Payments and Deposits for ConnectNetwork services, such as:
 o AdvancePay Phone (Prepaid Collect) o Trust Fund (Inmate Trust Account) o PIN Debit (Inmate Phone Account)
 o Debit Link (Inmate Account for Tablet Services) O Walk-In-Retail, a new convenient cash payment method • Messaging (Email)
 o View your Messaging inbox, send and compose messages, and save drafts o Use your credit or debit card to purchase Message credits o Add a photo or video attachment to your Message o Depending on the facility, send credits to receive a reply

Latest Version

4.4.0

Size

30.7 MB

First Released

Jan 11, 2015

Keep Your Connection Strong, Anywhere You Are

Join over 4 million families using ConnectNetwork to send photos, messages, and funds instantly. Download the app today and stay there for your loved one when it matters most.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about ConnectNetwork by GTL

What is the ConnectNetwork by GTL mobile app?

The ConnectNetwork mobile app provides quick access to services for managing accounts, making deposits, and sending messages, photos, and videos to loved ones.

Can I create and manage my ConnectNetwork account through the app?

Yes, the ConnectNetwork app allows users to create and manage their ConnectNetwork accounts directly within the application.

What types of deposits can I make using the ConnectNetwork app?

The ConnectNetwork app supports deposits for AdvancePay Phone, Trust Fund, PIN Debit, Debit Link, and Walk-In-Retail services.

Does the ConnectNetwork app offer a cash payment method?

Yes, the ConnectNetwork app includes Walk-In-Retail as a convenient cash payment method, providing an alternative to using a credit card.

Can I send messages, photos, and videos with the ConnectNetwork app?

Yes, the ConnectNetwork app allows users to send messages, photos, and videos to their loved ones who are inmates.

How do I purchase message credits in the ConnectNetwork app?

Users purchase message credits in the ConnectNetwork app using a credit or debit card. This enables sending messages and receiving replies.

What is a PIN Debit account in ConnectNetwork?

A PIN Debit account in ConnectNetwork is an inmate phone account where users deposit funds for an inmate to make phone calls.

Can I set up automatic payments for inmates in ConnectNetwork?

Yes, the ConnectNetwork app features AutoPay, allowing users to sign up for monthly or semi-monthly automatic deposits to an inmate's account.

Does the ConnectNetwork app support communication and deposits for specific inmates?

Yes, the ConnectNetwork app enables deposits and communication for specific inmates, displaying their names and associated facilities.

What is the purpose of Debit Link in ConnectNetwork?

Debit Link in ConnectNetwork is an inmate account specifically for tablet services. Users make deposits to fund an inmate's tablet usage.

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