This study is for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis - long-term illnesses with no cure. The researchers want to see if patients do better and feel more in control of their health if they can text their doctors and answer surveys about their symptoms. There are two groups in the study: one gets education only, and the other gets education, more surveys, and texting with doctors.

All participants will:

• Do 5 online surveys over 12 months about their IBD and social factors.
• Receive educational text messages twice a week about IBD.

Some participants will also:

• Get extra surveys by text to track their IBD.
• Be able to text their medical team directly.

Key Points:

• The study lasts 12 months, with surveys and texts throughout.
• Participants may communicate with their medical team via text.
• Educational content and surveys help monitor IBD symptoms.