What do SMS aggregators do?
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What do SMS aggregators do?
SMS aggregators are the link between carrier networks, such as T-Mobile and AT, and text messaging software providers–such as SimpleTexting. We send your SMS messages to an aggregator, and the aggregator figures out the appropriate wireless carrier, and then forwards it to them for delivery.
Who are the Tier 1 aggregators?
In the U.S., aggregators are considered Tier 1 when they connect directly to the top five networks in the U.S.: Verizon, AT, T-Mobile, Sprint and US Cellular. Worldwide, criteria for Tier 1 varies based on local carriers and performance requirements.
How do you become an SMS aggregator?
Let’s discuss them one by one.
- Become a Bulk SMS Service Provider. To setup an SMS gateway of your own, you have to follow the following steps:
- Start as a Bulk SMS Reseller. If you want to start on your own, you need defined strategy for your business.
- Get into the Business as Bulk SMS Aggregator.
What are mobile aggregators?
An aggregator is a telecoms company that has agreements with multiple MNOs to send and receive messages between their system and the MNO’s SMSC. The aggregator thus acts as an intermediary, connecting organizations (for example brands) with the subscribers of the mobile networks.
What is a short code aggregator?
SMS aggregators act as a buffer in between wireless carriers and SMS software providers. Through this process, SMS software providers have access to send and receive short code messages on all the wireless carriers with one contract and messaging connection. …
Is Short Code Administration?
The Common Short Code Administration, or commonly known as the CSCA, is the governing body for short codes in the United States. In addition, the CSCA oversees the technical and operational aspects of short code functions.
How can I become an SMS aggregator in India?
Three Ways to Become an SMS Aggregator
- Become an owner of an SMS Gateway (Acquisition mode)
- Rent an SMS Gateway (Cloud mode)
- Become a white-labelled reseller of an existing platform (Reseller mode)
Is twilio an SMS aggregator?
The platform needs to dynamically recover when routing issues occur. For example in the US, Twilio is the only vendor to use two SMS aggregators.
What is the best SMS API?
Top 10 Best SMS APIs
| API | API Features | Easy to Use? |
|---|---|---|
| The TeleSign SMS API | Delivery notifications, reminders, one-time passwords, two-way private SMS, two-factor authentication | Yes |
| The Twilio SMS API | Sending shortcodes, smart content handling, text message delivery intelligence | Yes |