WinSMS Documentation
This collection of technical documents will help you get started with WinSMS and show you how to make full use of all the features in order to get the greatest benefit out of WinSMS.
You’ll find detailed technical and product documentation showing you how to implement a variety of bulk SMS products and solutions in order to provide a better experience when communicating with your customers, staff or organisation members.
If you cannot find an answer to your query then submit a support request and one of our support staff will get in touch with you.
Products
Learn more about our products and how to use them.
Desktop Software for PC
Send bulk SMS from your PC using the WinSMS desktop client software.
Online Bulk SMS gateway
mobiSMS is a browser based bulk SMS portal for PC, Mac or any mobile Device.
Email to SMS
Send and receive SMS messages using any email client.
SMS Short & Long Codes
Dedicated short or long numbers designed specifically for incoming messages.
API Documentation
HTTP API
Send transactional or bulk SMS using the HTTP API.
SMTP (Email to SMS)
Send transactional or bulk SMS using SMTP (email to SMS).
REST API
Send transactional or bulk SMS using the REST API.
FTP API
Send transactional or bulk SMS using the FTP API.
Webhook API
Receive valuable information when it happens in real time
Integrations
Zapier - Easy automation for busy people.
Zapier lets you connect WinSMS with thousands of the most popular apps, so you can automate your work and have more time for what matters most—no code required.
Microsoft Power Automate (Flow)
With the WinSMS custom connector it is quick and easy to configure SMS alert messages in your Microsoft Power Automate Flows. All the information you need to set up the WinSMS custom connector.
Country Specific SMS Regulations
Due to worldwide growth in the business-to-customer SMS messaging environment, many countries and territories have introduced SMS message sending regulations.
Regulations typically pertain to the following:
● Time of day that messages may be delivered
● Content of the messages
● Format of the Sender ID (from address) that may be used/displayed. Carriers in certain countries will block SMS messages that are sent from sender ID formats that they do not recognize or support.
Non-compliance with these restrictions may lead to non-delivery of messages, which is why you need to familiarize yourself with the restrictions and conditions applicable to the relevant countries and territories in which you are operating or to which you are sending SMS messages.
The following countries do have special regulations so if you are sending to these countries, please contact us here to ensure that you are compliant.
Australia |
Brazil |
Canada |
China |
Denmark |
Ethiopia |
Finland |
France |
Hong Kong |
Hungary |
India |
Indonesia |
Ivory Coast |
Jordan |
Kazakhstan |
Kenya |
Kuwait |
Malawi |
Malaysia |
Morocco |
New Zealand |
Nigeria |
Norway |
Philippines |
Poland |
Qatar |
Romania |
Saudi Arabia |
Senegal |
Singapore |
South Africa |
South Korea |
Sweden |
Taiwan |
Thailand |
Turkey |
United Arab Emirates (UAE) |
United States |
Vietnam |
Zimbabwe |
Tips and Use Cases
A collection of articles to help you get the most out of WinSMS.
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3 Tips For Using SMS In Your Business
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Weather Warnings And SMS
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SMS vs. E-mail: The Long Time Going Bulk Marketing Duel
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SMS: How Can It Be Used On A Farm?
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Using SMS For Alerts
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The WinSMS Opt-out Facility
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Delivery Statuses – What Do They Mean?
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Short And Long Codes, How Can They Benefit Your Business?
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Want to Send bulk SMS with No PC? No problem!
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Why Does Your Business Need 2 Way SMS Messaging?
What Is 2 Way SMS Messaging? 2 way SMS messaging is basically the ability to open a communication channel with the recipient of your initial message. This...
SMS for Churches
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SMS for Schools
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SMS for Salons and Spas
Increase business with a simple SMS! Salons and spas have been utilizing SMS messaging to stay in contact with their customers and staff effectively for...
SMS for Retail Stores
Get your business on the map using bulk SMS: SMS messaging has been increasing revenue for retail stores for years. Why? Because it provides customers with...
SMS for Marketing Agencies
Did you know, 99% of SMS messages are opened within 5 minutes or less? This is by far the most effective way to market any brand or product. As a marketing...
SMS for Restaurants
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SMS for Fast Food Restaurants
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SMS for Bars and Night Clubs
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Health And Fitness – How Bulk SMS Fits In
Bulk SMS fits right in with health and fitness SMS is a great way to reach people instantly and cost-effectively. It is direct and personal, and has a 99.9%...
What is an SMS? How can SMS benefit your business?
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How to Combine SMS and Internet Marketing
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Bulk SMS Solutions
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Short Message Service
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SMS Etiquette
The Five Rules Text messaging has become the norm in society today. If a person has a mobile phone, then they more than likely send at least one text message...
5 Reasons Why Your Business Needs To Use A Bulk SMS Gateway
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Is SMS Marketing Still Relevant Today?
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