Apply for a US SMS Short Code

Apply for a US SMS Short Code

Learn how to apply for an SMS Short Code in the United States.

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About this course

About this course

This course covers the process of applying for an SMS Short Code in the United States. It discusses the basics of the application process, general advice for a smooth application, and detailed aspects of the application itself. By the end of this course, you should feel confident that you can prepare and submit an SMS short code application.

After completing this course, you'll able to:

  • Explain the primary steps of the short code application process
  • Explain common roadblocks when migrating an older short code to Braze
  • List the steps in evaluating an SMS short code application
  • Follow best practices in preparing your short code application
  • List the key materials required for a short code application
  • Choose an compliant name for your SMS campaigns
  • Compose your responses to SMS keywords
  • Ensure your terms of service covers the correct provisions
  • Ensure your privacy policy is compliant for SMS purposes
  • Compose compliant opt-in flows and call-to-action mockups
  • Compose compliant examples of campaign messages

Curriculum30

  • Understanding the Application
  • SMS Short Code Application Basics
  • Migration vs. New Numbers
  • SMS Application Process
  • Best Practices for Completing Your Application
  • Knowledge Check - SMS Short Code Basics
  • Completing the Application
  • Application Components
  • Campaign Name
  • Keyword Responses
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Opt-In & Calls To Action
  • Knowledge Check - CTAs
  • Campaign Messages
  • Short Code Application Final Knowledge Check
  • Conclusion
  • Survey
  • Feedback Survey

About this course

About this course

This course covers the process of applying for an SMS Short Code in the United States. It discusses the basics of the application process, general advice for a smooth application, and detailed aspects of the application itself. By the end of this course, you should feel confident that you can prepare and submit an SMS short code application.

After completing this course, you'll able to:

  • Explain the primary steps of the short code application process
  • Explain common roadblocks when migrating an older short code to Braze
  • List the steps in evaluating an SMS short code application
  • Follow best practices in preparing your short code application
  • List the key materials required for a short code application
  • Choose an compliant name for your SMS campaigns
  • Compose your responses to SMS keywords
  • Ensure your terms of service covers the correct provisions
  • Ensure your privacy policy is compliant for SMS purposes
  • Compose compliant opt-in flows and call-to-action mockups
  • Compose compliant examples of campaign messages

Curriculum30

  • Understanding the Application
  • SMS Short Code Application Basics
  • Migration vs. New Numbers
  • SMS Application Process
  • Best Practices for Completing Your Application
  • Knowledge Check - SMS Short Code Basics
  • Completing the Application
  • Application Components
  • Campaign Name
  • Keyword Responses
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Opt-In & Calls To Action
  • Knowledge Check - CTAs
  • Campaign Messages
  • Short Code Application Final Knowledge Check
  • Conclusion
  • Survey
  • Feedback Survey