100 Best April Fools’ Pranks to Send Over Text

April Fools’ Day doesn’t always need props, setups, or face-to-face mischief. Sometimes, all it takes is a clever text to pull off the perfect prank. Whether you’re trying to trick your best friend, sibling, partner, or coworker, these 100 April Fools’ text pranks are easy, funny, and perfect for digital jokesters. From fake emergencies and hilarious confessions to confusing autocorrects and absurd lies, these text pranks will have your friends laughing — or totally confused.

Disclaimer: Keep it light-hearted and respectful. Avoid anything serious, offensive, or anxiety-inducing. The best pranks are the ones that end with a good laugh!

Pranks That Start With Confusion

I just saw you — why didn’t you say hi?

Is it true you’re moving to Alaska?

I accidentally sent your selfie to my boss instead of you.

How long have you known I’m secretly famous on TikTok?

Did you mean to post that on your story?

OMG… are you okay? I just saw the news.

So, do I call you “Dad” now?

Don’t freak out, but I just told your crush everything.

My mom wants to meet you. She already booked a dinner.

Wait… you weren’t serious about getting a matching tattoo?

Fake Emergencies or Dramas

You left your wallet at my house.

Bro… your location is on. Why are you in [random place]?

Someone just added me to a group chat with your ex.

Quick question: How do you tell someone you’re quitting your job for OnlyFans?

Hey, what’s your credit card number again?

I just got charged $99 for your Goat Yoga subscription.

The vet called. Your dog might actually be a cat.

Did you really mean to ‘like’ your ex’s 2012 photo?

Your Netflix is logged in at a coffee shop in Canada.

The pizza place says you owe $500?

Weird, Random, and Absurd Messages

You’ve been selected to compete in a llama race.

Did you know your teeth are too straight to be real?

Why is your name saved as “Do Not Answer” in my sibling’s phone?

I just saw your doppelgänger buying 10 frozen pizzas.

Your cat is plotting against you. I have proof.

You left your toothbrush in my fridge again.

I think your crush saw your search history.

I shipped 12 pineapples to your house.

Your new contact name is “Snuggle Muffin.”

Someone used your face to design a potato chip bag.

Silly Relationship Pranks

Did you tell your mom I’m pregnant?

I entered us in a couple’s talent show this weekend.

So… the wedding is still on, right?

I accidentally proposed to you in your name. We’re engaged now.

I told your mom you got a tattoo of her face.

You’re now officially my emergency contact for my pet turtle.

I signed us up for couples’ cooking lessons… hosted by my grandma.

I posted your throwback haircut for “Transformation Tuesday.”

My grandma wants to know why you blocked her.

I started a fan page for you. It has 3 followers already.

Group Chat & Social Media Chaos

I changed your name in the group chat to “Toilet King.”

I sent your last text to your boss by mistake.

I just posted your playlist on your crush’s wall.

You’re trending on Twitter. Don’t ask why.

I renamed our group chat to “Flat Earth Believers.”

I screenshotted our convo and shared it on my story.

You’ve been added to a local dance battle group chat.

I tagged you in a baby announcement post.

Someone commented on your post: “Is that their real hair?”

I used your picture in a meme. It went viral.

“Oops, Wrong Person” Texts

Can you pick up the llama at 3 PM?

Did you tell them about the body in the backyard?

I can’t believe I kissed them last night…

Hey babe, the test came back positive!

I’ll be home soon. Don’t let them out of the cage.

I fed your pet snake a burrito. Hope that’s okay.

The potion is ready. Meet me at the usual place.

He said he loves your laugh but not your hair.

I think we’re being followed.

Bring the shovel.

Playlist, Alarm, and Tech Jokes

Why does Spotify say you’re in the top 1% of Nickelback listeners?

I changed your alarm tone to screaming goats.

Your smart fridge is now showing your selfies as its screensaver.

Your Siri voice now sounds like your ex.

You’re now subscribed to “Clown Monthly.”

Your iPad keeps trying to call your crush.

I changed your background to a potato in a tuxedo.

I renamed your Wi-Fi to “I Lick Toes.”

I replaced all your TikTok drafts with cooking videos.

Your Ring camera captured you singing last night. Loudly.

Job or School-Related Pranks

Your teacher texted me. I think you’re in trouble.

I emailed your 3rd-grade teacher a thank-you — from you.

You’re in a surprise group project. It’s due tonight.

I told your boss you can’t work today because of “emotional pizza trauma.”

Congrats! You’ve been selected for mandatory karaoke night at work.

Your school is switching to uniforms. Yours is pink overalls.

I added you to a LinkedIn group called “Unemployed But Hopeful.”

You’re now on the PTA newsletter. They need you to speak next week.

The school nurse called. You’re banned from band class.

You’re now the unofficial school mascot: a dancing toaster.

Fake Confessions

I’ve secretly been eating your snacks for months.

I still don’t know how to spell “definitely.”

I once wore your shirt to a date and spilled ketchup on it.

I never finished that show we watched. I just nodded along.

I pretend not to hear you so I don’t have to share.

I liked your ex’s post. On purpose.

I entered your pet in a contest as “Most Unstable Animal.”

I told everyone you’re afraid of popcorn.

I used your brush on my dog. Sorry.

I broke your charger and blamed it on the cat.

End With Classic Closers

Is your fridge running?

I put a fart machine in your car.

I signed you up to be the tooth fairy for the neighborhood.

I told your mom you finally learned to do laundry.

I switched all your contact names. Hope you like chaos.

I sent your number to a psychic for weekly updates.

The bathroom mirror is now a smart screen. It watches you.

You’re now the face of my “Motivational Mondays” text chain.

Someone just tried to FaceTime you from Antarctica.

APRIL FOOLS! You’re awesome — but don’t trust any more texts today.

With these 100 April Fools’ text pranks, you’ve got everything you need to create chaos — the funny, harmless kind. Whether you’re targeting your best friend, your sibling, or your crush, a quick, silly message is sometimes the best prank of all.