Toll-Free Number
Toll-Free Number
SMS Marketing
An 800-series number that can be used for both voice and SMS. Requires verification for SMS use.
What is Toll-Free Number?
Toll-free numbers (800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, 833) can be enabled for SMS messaging. They offer higher throughput than 10DLC without the complexity of short codes.
Toll-free SMS characteristics:
- 800-series number format
- Higher throughput than 10DLC (~10 SMS/second)
- Verification required for SMS
- 1-2 week verification process
- Works for both voice and SMS
Good for:
- Customer service
- Moderate-volume marketing
- Two-way conversations
- Brands wanting a memorable number
Why Toll-Free Number Matters
Toll-free numbers offer a middle ground between 10DLC and short codes for SMS.
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