What Is an SMS API?
The term API stands for Application Programming Interface.
The key word here is “interface”. In our daily lives, we all use interfaces—often without even realizing it.
An API allows two digital services to communicate with each other in a standardized way, exchanging data or functionalities seamlessly.
Some of the most well-known APIs include those from Facebook or Google, which let you log into websites without having to create a new account.
Specifically, an SMS API creates a bridge between your software (for example, a business management tool) and an SMS sending platform, enabling automated and integrated message delivery.
What Is an SMS API Used For?
The main purpose of an SMS API is to automate your SMS campaigns.
The use cases are wide and varied, depending on your industry:
For a veterinarian:
The SMS API integrates with their management software to automatically send reminders for vaccinations or appointments.
For a marketing agency:
The API allows the agency to create and manage SMS campaigns for multiple clients, from composing the message to sending it.
For a car dealership:
The SMS API automatically notifies clients about scheduled maintenance or service reminders.
How Does Our SMS API Work?
Our simplest SMS API is the HTTPS API, which lets you send SMS messages via a single request (GET or POST). The request includes key parameters such as:
- Your authentication credentials
- The recipient’s mobile number
- The message content
- Optionally, the sender name (sender ID)
Every API implementation is unique, so we encourage you to contact us for personalized guidance on setup.
Even if you don’t have an in-house developer, or if you have doubts about implementation, our engineers can handle the API integration directly for you.
How Much Does Our SMS API Cost?
Access to our API is completely free. You only pay for the SMS messages you send.
Our volume-based pricing is available on our pricing page.
If you are a software publisher or aggregator with regular traffic and large message volumes, you can contact us to receive special discounted rates.
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