Send High-Volume SMS From a Local Number
With 10DLC (10-digit long codes), you can reliably message large groups of contacts from a number they recognize and trust.
- Sanctioned by carriers for A2P SMS messaging
- Faster set-up and more affordable than short codes
- Compatible with new and existing local numbers

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What Is 10DLC?
Before 10DLC, 10-digit numbers were only sanctioned for P2P (person-to-person) messaging. Now, businesses can access a much higher throughput rate. In other words, more messages per minute can be sent on local numbers than on traditional 10-digit numbers. This makes a local number an attractive option for businesses that want to engage in SMS marketing.
10DLC is designed to replace shared short codes, which present a higher risk of spam. It is also more affordable than dedicated short codes.
Why Should You Use 10DLC?
Faster, more reliable, and trusted by customers. Local numbers are the next generation of text messaging.
Recognizable Area Code
Reliable, Fast Delivery
Affordable Pricing
All About Local Number Registration
Registering your local number means that you can send texts without the risk that they’ll be flagged or blocked, and that your customers can trust the texts they get from you.
Local numbers are also the best option if you want to get up and running quickly. We’re faster than most alternate providers, and we can generally get you set up with a local number in a day. We’ve worked to keep the registration process smooth and fast, too—you’ll just need to provide basic details about your business and the type of texts you’ll be sending.
How to Get Started with 10DLC
It takes a few steps to register your local number. When you partner with us, our team guides you through the whole process.
Obtain Your Trust Score
We’ll help you submit information about your brand and use case to receive a trust score from an independent rating agency. Carriers use this to determine your throughput per second (TPS).- This step is optional but recommended
- Trust scores range from 1-100
- A higher score could lead to higher TPS
Text-Enable Your Number or Get a New One
Select the number you’d like to send your messages from. This number is all yours. You don’t share it with any other brands.- Text-enable your existing number
- Your voice service will continue as normal
- Select an area code and get a new number
Send and Receive Messages
Built for more than just bulk texts, our platform lets you hold one-on-one conversations with your customers using your local number, too.- Use MMS to send photos and rich media
- Leverage advanced features like automated texts
- Add teammates to help manage replies
A2P Local Number vs. Other Alternatives
See how local number SMS stacks up to messaging on other types of phone numbers.
Name | Dedicated Short Codes | Toll-Free Numbers | Local Numbers |
---|---|---|---|
Approved for A2P Messaging | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Supports Voice Calls | No | Yes | Yes |
Local Area Code | No | No | Yes |
Number of Msgs Per Second | High | Medium | High |