Two-way Text Messaging - Clickatell

Two-way Text MessagingOnce the tables have updated, determinewhich long number range (from the top row)will suit your messaging requirements.Example: Jim wants to send text messagesto 100 of his best customers in the UnitedKingdom. They are located on the followingnetworks: Hutchison 3G UK Ltd, O2, Orange,T-mobile, Virgin Mobile and Vodafone.From the table Jim determines that he canregister a +44[A] number to reach customerson the necessary networks. But, if healso registers a +44[B] number, he’ll be ableto get better rates on messages sent to O2,Orange and Vodafone.With this is mind, Jim registers both numbersand receives cost-effective messagingacross the United Kingdom.Step 2 : Determine what yourrental and monthly subscriptionfees will be.The setup and monthly rental fees for longnumbers are listed on the Two-Way Costspage. Short code setup and monthly rentalfees can be found on the Shortcode Costspage.Step 3 : Apply for yourTwo-way number…Log into your Clickatell Centralaccount, and select ‘Manage myProducts’ (see screen B)Click on ‘Two-Way Application’ under‘Application Forms’ (see screen B)Select your API product. Remember,only the HTTP/S, SMPP, FTP andSOAP APIs can do two-way messaging.(see screen C)Select the Country you wish to send to.(see screen C)Using the results from Step 1 and Step2 above, choose the Setup Type that’sbest for your business. (see screen C)Choose the Services that apply to yourmessaging campaign. If they aren’t inthe list, just fill them into the text box.(see screen C)Read the Terms and Conditions. Youcan agree to them by selecting thecheck-box. (see screen C)Click ‘Next’ (see screen C)Enter your expected inbound andoutbound Message Volumes.(see screen D)Select the Start and End dates of yourcampaign. (see screen D)Click on ‘Complete the Application’.Step 4 : Complete thepayment process to finalizeyour application.Once the application process has beencompleted, click on ‘Central Home’ on thetop menu. A new block will show on yourCentral Home dashboard entitled ‘Two-WayNumber Status’. Click on ‘Pay’ to completethe payment and queue your application forprocessing.Please note: Your two-way number applicationwill only be processed once paymenthas been made.Should you have any questions or queries,please get in touch with your Clickatell salesrepresentative, or technical support.Screen C : Apply for your two-way number2Screen D : Apply for your two-way numberPage 2