
Short Code vs 10DLC: Which SMS Sender Should You Use?
Short code vs 10DLC compared on cost, throughput, approval time and rules, with a clear recommendation for which US SMS sender type fits your business.
Tips, guides and news about A2P 10DLC registration, toll free verification and SMS compliance, written in plain language.
Practical advice to help you get registered, stay compliant and reach your customers. Each article covers one A2P 10DLC or toll-free topic in plain language, such as brand vetting or choosing the right campaign type. Posts explain the rules, the fees and the error codes that apply, so you can act on them.

Short code vs 10DLC compared on cost, throughput, approval time and rules, with a clear recommendation for which US SMS sender type fits your business.

10DLC brand vetting gives your business a Trust Score from 0 to 100 that sets throughput and T-Mobile daily limits. See the tiers, costs, causes of low scores and when to appeal.

10DLC campaign types explained: every standard use case, Mixed vs Marketing, Low-Volume Mixed, special use cases, fees and the wrong picks that get campaigns rejected.
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$50
per verification, paid once
For one business that needs carrier approval to text its customers.
$399
10 verifications, $39.90 each
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Your SMS provider charges registration and carrier fees separately.
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