Texting numbers

Boost Engagement, Build Trust: Unleash the Power of Business Texting Today.

A direction guide helping to find the most appropriate texting number for ones need

In Text Message Marketing your number is your identity. TXTImpact makes it easy to acquire and get started with the perfect number for your business.

Let's now see how to choose the right number for your Business Texting

Before you start sending SMS marketing messages, it is important to choose the right type of number for your business.

There are three main options:

Local Number or 10 Digit Long Code [Ex: (201) 123-4567 ]
Toll-Free Numbers or TFN [Ex: (800)/(888)/(877)/(866) 123-4567 ]
Dedicated Short Codes. (Ex: 34343)

Local Numbers

Local Numbers also call as 10 Digit Long Code(10 DLC) are the most common type of business texting number that can support a high volume of text messages.10DLCs offer many mass SMS features at an affordable cost. This makes 10DLC an excellent SMS solution for many businesses.

Toll-Free Numbers

Toll-Free Numbers are also easy for customers to remember, but they are free for customers to call. This can make them a good option for businesses that want to encourage customers to contact them by text. It is perfect for business that require high-volume of text messaging at scale and fast deliverability.

Dedicated Shortcode

Dedicated Short Codes are 5-6 digit numbers that are specifically designed for business use. They are less common than local numbers or toll-free numbers, but they can be a good option for businesses that want to create a unique and memorable identity for their SMS marketing campaigns.

The best type of number for your business will depend on your specific needs and budget. When evaluating these messaging options for your business, it is important to remember the amount of speed, deliverability, message reliability, and credibility you need. Each one comes with a different cost and has a unique approval and provisioning process.

Text To Landline

You can enable your existing 10 digit landline number, after enabling you'll be able to receive and respond to incoming texts sent to that number, so that you don't miss out on any opportunity. Landline texting gives businesses the ability to now have one number for voice and text. No longer do they have to give out their personal mobile numbers for business.

International Texting

Texting internationally can be expensive. However, using the right platform and resources can make a huge difference in the amount of money you spend to send international texts. TXTImpact supports two-way texting for international destinations.

How Does Each Type of Texting Compare?

Once you have considered above mentioned factors, you can start to narrow down your options by using the below table and choose the right type of number for your business.

	Short Code	10-DLC	Toll free



Number format	34343	(201) 123-4567	(800) 123-4567
Cost	$3,000 - 4,500 per quarter	$5 per month	$5 per month
Carrier Registration cost	Included	Applies Know more	Free
Messaging Type	A2P	A2P or P2P	A2P
Voice Enabled	No	Yes	Yes
MMS	Yes	Yes	Yes
Send speed	500+ messages per second	~10 messages per second	60 MPS max depending on the Brand Trust score and message class
Approval Time	Minimum 4-6 weeks involving carriers	3-4 days	4-6 weeks
Daily messages limit	No limit	2,000 to 200,000 depends on your Trust score	No limit