SMS alpha tags.
Send text messages from your company name by using an alphanumeric sender ID (alpha tag) to increase brand recognition and build trust.
Send text messages from your company name by using an alphanumeric sender ID (alpha tag) to increase brand recognition and build trust.
Alphanumeric sender IDs support one-way text messaging, so you can efficiently keep your contacts informed of updates, alerts, and promotions.
Sending messages from an alpha tag to a mobile phone is akin to placing a pamphlet in a letterbox. It gets your brand name out there, builds recognition, and makes you top of mind.
Rather than have a random number appear when you send SMS messages, become familiar by showcasing your brand identity in the ‘From’ field.
Spam compliance is still possible with one-way text messaging by including a short trackable link to opt-out. Send promotional text messages or updates in a compliant way.
How are businesses able to send a text message from a name instead of a random number, even though their phone number is not saved as a contact? This is a mechanism called “alpha tags” and is a capability available in our web portal and our REST APIs. Learn how this feature works.
Whether you are sending a single text or thousands of messages, our portal keeps it simple. Get round-the-clock premium support from our local team.
Our online web portal is easy to navigate and ready for you to send messages from. Alpha tags are available in Australia only and are free with any bundle.
On the Sender IDs page within the Hub, click the button to ‘Request a business name’. The alpha tag you request must be relevant to your business and/or use case, be no more than 11 characters long, and consist only of letters and numbers.
Once our team has verified you are authorised to use your alpha tag, they will activate your business name within one business day, and you can start sending.
