How do I set up landline texting?

You can set up landline texting by text-enabling your existing business landline number with Texty Pro. Once your number is verified, Texty Pro activates SMS and MMS capabilities so you can send and receive messages without changing your phone service. All messages are accessible from the web app on your computer or mobile device, allowing you to manage conversations conveniently. This setup keeps your current business number while adding a modern texting option for customers. Keep reading to learn more.

Why Set up Landline Texting for Your Business

Landline texting for businesses offers numerous benefits for improving customer service, increasing engagement, and streamlining communication processes. Firstly, landline texting enables businesses to communicate with their customers in a convenient and efficient manner. With the ability to send and receive texts from a landline number, businesses can provide a more personalized experience to their customers while maintaining a professional image. This is particularly beneficial for businesses that handle a large volume of customer inquiries or support requests, as it allows them to respond quickly and effectively to customer needs.

In addition, landline texting can also improve engagement with customers. Text messages have a high open rate and are more likely to be read than emails or other forms of communication. This means that businesses can use landline texting to reach their customers more effectively and increase engagement with their brand. By providing a convenient and efficient way for customers to communicate with a business, landline texting can also help to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty, ultimately leading to increased revenue and growth for the business.

‍

How to set up texting for your landline or VoIP number

To get started with landline texting for your business landline or VoIP number, you will need to sign up with a business text messaging service that supports your business phone number. Texty Pro is compatible with 10-digit phone numbers registered in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, and other regions that utilize the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). NANP is a widely used telephone numbering plan in North America and the Caribbean.

1. Start your free trial

Select the plan that best suits your business needs and start your free 14-day trial. There are 3 subscription plans to choose from and each of them allow for either monthly or annual billing.

2. Save your payment method

Enter billing/credit card information to keep on file.
‍(you will not be billed at all if you cancel with the 14 days of free trial)

3. Text-enable your phone number

Enter your business phone number you want to text-enable, whether it is a landline or a VoIP number. Please note that cell phone numbers and VoLTE phone numbers are not supported. Once you have entered your phone number, our system will automatically generate a 6-digit verification code that will be sent to you via a phone call. Simply verify the code and you're all set to start texting with your customers using your landline or VoIP number.

[NOTE] Your phone number will be text-enabled almost instantly in most cases. However, some phone numbers may take up to 24 hours to become activated in rare circumstances.

‍