New user Checklist - where do I get started?
Completing the following steps will save you time (and in some cases money), and ensure you’re ready to begin sending messages on My A2P Message!
- IMPORTANT: Distribute this article about message length restrictions to anyone using My A2P Message in your organisation
- Long messages can double or triple the cost of your messages.
- Update your settings
- Settings are important in making sure your messages are sent correctly.
- Are you sending the same kind of messages on a regular basis?
- You’ll need to set up templates.
- Are you messaging the same people on a regular basis?
- Creating Contacts and Groups will save you time.
- Do you want to send messages from your emails?
- You’ll need to set up Email to SMS.
- Do you need to send messages in the future, or on a regular basis (eg. Monthly)?
- You’ll need to understand how scheduling works.
- Are there other people in your organisation that need to send messages?
- You can add additional users to your account.
- Do you want to send links or documents in your text message?
- Using attachments will allow you to do this.
