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What are the benefits of using an SMS Gateway for bulk messaging?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025An SMS gateway like SMSGatewayCenter’s enables fast, scalable bulk SMS with high delivery rates, real-time tracking, and TRAI compliance. It’s cost-effective (from ₹0.15/SMS) and supports all SMS types—Promotional, Transactional, and more. Start leveraging these benefits at smsgatewaycenter.com/signup/.
How does Service Implicit SMS differ from Transactional SMS?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025Service Implicit SMS send updates based on existing relationships (e.g., “Bill due soon -SMSGAT”), while Transactional SMS focus on critical actions like OTPs. Both are 24/7 and DND-exempt, but their intent varies. Learn more at smsgatewaycenter.com/service-implicit-sms/ and smsgatewaycenter.com/sms-types/.
Can Service Explicit SMS be used for marketing?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025No, Service Explicit SMS are for opt-in service updates (e.g., “Your appointment is tomorrow -SMSGAT”), not marketing. They require explicit consent and are available 24/7, unlike Promotional SMS. Confused? Compare them on our Service Explicit SMS page and SMS Types guide.
What is DLT SMS, and why is it required in India?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025DLT SMS (Distributed Ledger Technology SMS) is TRAI’s blockchain-based system to regulate commercial SMS in India, mandatory since TCCCPR 2018. It requires businesses to register entities, headers, and templates with operators to curb spam (e.g., via smsgatewaycenter.com/dlt-sms/). SMSGatewayCenter simplifies DLT compliance, making your SMS gateway campaigns legal and effective.
How do International Long Distance Operator (ILDO) routes work for SMS to India?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025ILDO routes involve international carriers delivering SMS to India from abroad, often used for global businesses targeting Indian customers. These routes comply with TRAI’s DLT framework, requiring sender registration (e.g., via smsgatewaycenter.com/dlt-sms/). SMSGatewayCenter’s SMS gateway supports ILDO routes, ensuring reliable, compliant delivery with minimal latency.
What is meant by Transactional SMS?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025Transactional SMS are critical, non-marketing messages sent for essential updates, like OTPs or delivery notifications (e.g., “Your OTP is 789123 -SMSGAT”). Available 24/7 with alpha sender IDs, they bypass DND restrictions for instant delivery. Businesses rely on them for security and service. Explore more on our SMS Types page.
What does Promotional SMS mean?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025Promotional SMS are marketing messages sent to promote products, services, or offers (e.g., “Get 30% off this weekend! -123456”). Restricted to 9 AM – 9 PM under TRAI rules, they use 6-digit numeric sender IDs and are blocked for DND-registered numbers. They’re perfect for driving sales or engagement. Start sending with our SMS gateway—details at...
What’s the distinction between Dedicated and Shared Long Codes?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025Dedicated Long Codes are exclusive 10-digit numbers assigned to one business, ensuring branded, consistent messaging (e.g., replies to 919876543210 go only to you). Shared Long Codes are pooled among multiple users, cheaper but less personalized, as replies are routed via keywords (e.g., “HELP” to 917039670396). SMSGatewayCenter offers both—Dedicated for premium service, Shared for budget-friendly options.
How do Long Codes and Short Codes compare?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025Long Codes are 10-digit mobile numbers (e.g., 919876543210) used for two-way messaging, cost-effective and ideal for customer support or low-volume campaigns. Short Codes are 5-6 digit numbers (e.g., 56161), designed for high-volume, automated interactions like contests or voting, with faster delivery but higher costs. Choose Long Codes for personal touch, Short Codes for scale—both available...
What defines a Flash Message, and how does it differ from standard SMS?
Last Updated: 26/02/2025A Flash Message is a type of SMS that appears instantly on a recipient’s screen without needing to be opened, often disappearing after display (e.g., “Emergency: Power outage at 5 PM -SMSGAT”). Unlike standard SMS, which sit in the inbox until read, Flash Messages are ideal for urgent alerts. SMSGatewayCenter supports Flash SMS via our...