SMS Short Code - Other Info
Standard Rate Versus Premium Rate SMS Short Codes
A Short Code can be set up to charge the customer either their Standard Network Rate to text in, or a Premium Rate tariff of 25p, 50p, £1.00, £1.50, £3.00 or £5.00.
If you decide to go for a Premium Rate Short Code please see PRICES for the incomes you receive.
Shared Versus Dedicated Short Codes
With a Shared Short Code you choose your own unique Keyword but share the number (e.g. 60777) with other companies. With a Dedicated Short Code you own the number and so can create as many Keywords as you like.
Due to the current prices of a Dedicated Short Code (around £11,000) virtually all companies opt for a Shared Short Code.