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AUSTRALIA REGULATIONS

SMS Regulations
in Australia

To ensure compliance and boost campaign success, the companies must follow the regulations and guidelines of the ACMA.

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Why Regulation Matters

SMS Regulations

Why Regulations Matter

Businesses, both domestic and international, must comply with national telecom regulations for SMS to guarantee delivery and remain legally compliant. This requires registering Sender IDs, securing customer opt-ins, and observing time restrictions on promotional messages.

Local SMS Guidelines

Local SMS Regulations

SMS Regulations for Local Companies

  • The sender ID must be registered in order to send SMS messages to Australian networks.

International SMS Regulations

SMS Regulations
for International Companies

  • The sender ID must be registered in order to send SMS messages to Australian networks.

Universal Best Practices

Best Practices for All Senders

Do's

  • Send only to users who opted in

  • Include free opt-out methods (link or SMS)

  • Use HELP/STOP keyword in user’s language

  • Maintain sender brand consistency

  • Follow message length limits

Dont's

  • No political, gambling, or religious content

  • Don’t message DND-listed numbers

  • Avoid generic Sender IDs

  • Never skip Sender ID registration

  • Don’t send during restricted hours

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