10DLC (10-digit long code)
A number approved by US carriers for business messaging
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Pick the right carrier-approved number to interact with customers
Short code
Five or six-digit numbers favored by brands with large audiences
Text-enabled
Landline and toll-free numbers adapted for both voice and mobile messaging
Which number is right for you?
Try our online tool to find out the right number to use for your US campaigns.
Research your options
Brands soon won’t be allowed to use shared short codes and US long codes for business messaging. Here’s a comprehensive guide that details your alternatives.
A2P 10DLC is here
10DLC is an A2P (application to person) messaging number you can use instead of shared short codes or person-to-person long codes. Our self-service 10DLC tool is called Numbers. It has everything you need to buy and register a number – then start sending and receiving SMS and MMS messages.
Short codes
A short code is a memorable, country-specific number that gives you higher carrier support and throughput than 10DLC (for a steeper monthly cost). Short codes are great for time-sensitive communications to large audiences. Whether you're sending SMS, or images and videos via MMS, we've got you covered.
Easy set-up and migration
Registering a short code is a more drawn-out process than for a 10DLC. But the OpenMarket team is here to help. The world’s biggest brands trust us to ensure their short code provisioning runs smoothly. If you have a well-known code you want to retain when you switch providers, we can help with that too.
Text-enabled landlines and toll-free numbers
Many businesses like to “text enable” existing toll-free and landline numbers, so they have one number customers can either text or call on. Expect a high throughput (though not quite as high as short codes) and a secure route.
Say it with pictures
Text-enabled numbers can now also receive and deliver MMS as well as SMS. You can then send and receive images and short videos – all from your familiar business number.
