SMS API for Programmers
Our Programmers Interface is a simple programmer gateway which enables the automatic sending, receiving and receipt of SMS messages directly from a server, business application or website.
The API gateway is free to all Txtlocal customers, we provide the relevant programmer coding necessary to create the link between your server and the Txtlocal server so you can be up and running in 15 minutes.
Example Uses
There are thousands of example uses, here are just a few:
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Appointment Reminders
The API Gateway is perfect for date specific events where things like MOT reminders, renewal reminders or appointment reminders can be automatically sent out at specific dates and times.
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Purchase Products
In conjunction with a Short Code, people can purchase products (e.g. ringtones, wallpapers etc.) by simply texting in the unique code for the product.
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Website Data Capture Forms
Any business with a website could use this service. All they need to do is include a mobile data capture form on their website for customers to enter their mobile number to receive news updates from your company. An automatic text can be sent out to them as soon as they sign up thanking them for their details.
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Nearest Store Lookups
Working in conjunction with a Short Code a simple process can be built where customers text in their postcode and automatically receive a text back containing details of their nearest store.
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Customer Contact Strategy
Texts can be incorporated into your customer contact strategy. For instance, a mortgage company could send out a text to its customers the moment their mortgage has been agreed.
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Send Text Button
A simple ‘Send SMS’ button with template messages can easily be incorporated into business programmes.