Since SMS messages are text only, hyperlinks can't be used to drive traffic to your website. A full URL can be used instead, but some are lengthy and may take up a lot of character space unless you're using a platform like Burst.
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[New SMS API Feature] Edit dedicated virtual number options
We're excited to introduce a new API call, edit-number-options, which enables you to edit your dedicated virtual number options, like SMS to email forwarding, SMS to number forwarding, and welcome message.
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RCS inching closer to a device near you
Rich Communication Services (RCS) is a next-generation SMS messaging protocol that will allow users to take advantage of features similar to that of mobile chat applications like Whatsapp and Facebook Messenger. It's designed to work on all phones and expected to be as ubiquitous as SMS is today, but unlike it, RCS messages are sent over a Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.
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Daylight Saving Time: Mystery behind koalas, missed appointments, and shopping sprees
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the adjusted time schedule that helps you get more natural sunlight during the typical waking hours of the day. Clocks are set forward one hour at the beginning and set back at the end. In Australia, it begins in October and ends in April; and in North America, it begins in March and ends in November.
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[Zapier Integration] Automatically send SMS messages to new Facebook Lead Ad leads
Facebook Lead Ads can be an effective tool to help you grow your SMS list. When it's integrated with Burst via Zapier, your new leads automatically get a text message as soon as they opt in, making it ideal for things like sales, promotions, and competitions.
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SMS vs Leading CPCs - A comparison
When you're focused on using the latest digital marketing tools to market your business, it's easy to overlook the effectiveness and affordability of other alternatives like SMS.
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Longcodes, shortcodes, custom sender IDs—which virtual number should you use?
A Sender ID is the name or mobile number that your SMS campaigns are delivered from, which makes it a very important piece when it comes to your mobile brand and credibility. The most common Sender ID options include: shared virtual numbers, dedicated virtual numbers, shortcodes, and custom sender ID's.
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Bursty Careers: PA/Office Manager opening (Filled)
We are bursting towards our 2018 goals, and we need someone fantastic to help keep us going. If you're a responsible multitasker, and are interested in joining a fast paced tech company with a strong company culture - then have a look below. We are on the lookout for a PA/Office Manager to join our talented team.
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[New Integration] Burst SMS integrates with Zoho CRM
We're excited to announce a new Burst SMS extension in Zoho Marketplace. Developed by Oscillosoft, this extension enables you to send individual or bulk SMS messages from Zoho CRM's leads, contacts, and potentials modules.
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[New SMS API Feature] Get delivery status via new API call
We're excited to introduce a new API call, get-sms-delivery-status, which enables you to retrieve the status and time of a delivered message for each recipient using the message ID and mobile number parameters.
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