Quick start guide (SMS)
To get started with sending SMS messages, follow the below steps: Step 1: Create and access your account.
Register for a free Clickatell account, verify it, and log in to access your workspace.
Step 2: Activate SMS and configure your setup.
Activate SMS, create a new setup, and configure your messaging type and sender details.
Step 3: Generate your API key.
Create an SMS API integration and generate your API key for authentication.
Step 4: Test your integration (Sandbox).
Add test numbers, send test messages, and validate responses before going live.
Step 5: Send and manage SMS messages.
Send SMS messages via API or your workspace and choose between priority or standard delivery.
Message length depends on encoding (160 characters standard, ~70 for Unicode).
Ensure compliance with the regulations of the country that you are sending SMS messages to.
If you plan on using a US Long Number, please refer to the 10DLC section of this guide.
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