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Automated Text Message Services for Business
Automated text messages can transform your business communications as an affordable way to stay in touch with customers and stakeholders via convenient SMS messages.
- Set up a text-for-info keyword
- Schedule messages in advance or create drip campaigns
- Enable automatic out of office messages
- And more!
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What Are Automated Text Messages?
Learn how an automated text service can help you schedule, drip, or trigger automatic text messages to send on their own, at the exact time you need them to.
Text message or SMS automation is the process of sending text messages to one or more recipients on a particular day and time that is pre-scheduled. Automated texts can also be sent using a drip method in which messages are triggered after a user performs a certain action.
Reach large audiences with group texting, or send an automated mass text alert to all of your subscribers.
No matter your use case, SimpleTexting has a multitude of ways for you to automate your text messages.
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How to Send Automated Text Messages
Automated text messages for business can look different depending on your needs. Learn more about some of our automation tools designed to save you time and money.
Set Up a Text-for-Info Program
When a customer texts a keyword into your number you can automatically generate a response. Take this opportunity to:- Craft the perfect welcome message
- Invite customers to text for more info
- Share a photo in your keyword confirmation
Follow Up With Customers Automatically
Send a staggered series of text messages after someone joins your list to reduce lead drop-off and keep your brand top of mind.- Effortlessly follow up with or upsell leads
- Automatically collect feedback or request reviews
- Onboard and convert new customers
—Josh Barker, Real Estate Agent
Autoreply to Contacts Outside Office Hours
Away messages allow you to get back to customers automatically with a standard response you can switch on/off or set for specific times. Use it to:- Let contacts know when you’ll get to their message
- Give customers another way to reach you
- Reply to messages when you’re out of the office
Schedule Your Messages to Send in Advance
One of the simplest ways to automate your messages is to schedule them ahead of time. You can schedule your text message campaigns to send things like:- Appointment reminders
- Rating or review requests
- Sales follow ups
Integrate 1,000+ Popular Apps With SimpleTexting
Connect the apps you love like Shopify, Mailchimp, and Google Calendar to automate your SMS strategy. We offer both Zapier and native integration options to make it easy to add texting to all of your organization’s favorite tools. For example:- Send texts to new form submissions
- Gather emails by text and sync them with your email service
- Send abandoned cart messages to online shop visitors
Respond Automatically to Questions and Requests
Triggers, also known as sub-keywords, allow you to get back to customers with lightning speed. Automatically respond to:- Common customer queries
- Requests for information
- Product or service requests
Save Time and Reuse Previously Sent Messages
Duplicate any of your previously sent campaigns with the option to edit the message if needed. When you duplicate a campaign you re-send the message copy along with any:- Attachments such as photos or videos
- Specific audience segmentation
- Original campaign add ons
Share Personalized Birthday Messages to Customers Automatically
Engage your customers by sending an automated birthday message on their special day. All it takes is three easy steps.- Create your keyword
- Customize the birthday autoresponse and the optional birthday confirmation text
- Write your birthday message and set the time of day you want the message sent out.
Benefits of Automated Text Messages for Business
Explore some of the ways an automated message can benefit your business.
Save Time
Scheduling messages connects you with leads faster, solves more customer queries, and eliminates tedious communication tasks.
Build Customer Loyalty
Not only does automated texting make you available at any hour, it’s also preferred by customers, according to our latest study.
Drive More Sales
It’s no secret that faster response times lead to higher conversion rates. With automated texting, you can reply within seconds.
Onboard New Customers
With keywords, triggers, or autoresponders, you can build a personalized onboarding experience.
Provide Around the Clock Engagement
Avoid missing out on a customer request when you automate your communications strategy.
Deliver a Better Experience
Be there for your customers when you send thoughtful messages and provide on-demand responses at the times they need it most.
Automated Text System Success Stories
Gather inspiration for some businesses who have utilized SMS automation in innovative ways.
Automated Message FAQs
Still have questions? Explore these answers to the most common automated SMS queries, or click the blue chat button in the corner of your screen to connect with a team member!
Who can use automated text messages?
Anyone that needs to reliably connect with an audience can benefit from automated text messages. Our customers span several industries and use it for things like support, sales, marketing, recruiting, internal communication, and much more. Get some inspiration by visiting our success stories.
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What number do I send my texts from?
We set up every account with a complimentary toll-free number that’s approved for 1-on-1 messaging and mass texting. If you’d prefer, you can use a 10-digit number with your area code! These are capable of 1-on-1 messaging and texting groups under 50 people. We can also help you text-enable your existing business landline.
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How much does an automated SMS service cost?
Our plans start at $25 for 500 credits per month and go up from there based on how many messages you intend to send. All plans come with unlimited keywords and contacts, reliable support from top-notch humans, and free incoming SMS messages. Check our plans and pricing here.
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Is automated texting regulated by any laws or rules?
Yes, there are rules and regulations. For instance, you must obtain express consent from people before texting them, and you must provide an easy option for them to opt-out of communications if they so choose. For more information on rules and regulations, check out our ultimate guide to compliance.
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