Register Your Sender ID
Choose the right Sender ID for your brand and stay compliant across countries.
SenderID
What is a Sender ID?
A Sender ID is the name or number that appears as the sender of an SMS message. It helps recipients identify who the message is from and builds trust in communication, especially for businesses and organizations.
Types
Types of SenderID
| Sender ID Type | Description | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Alphanumeric Sender ID | Contains letters and/or numbers (e.g., MYBRAND). Commonly used for branding in SMS campaigns. | Promotional, transactional messages |
| Numeric Sender ID | Appears as a phone number or shortcode. Suitable for two-way interactions. | OTPs, support, feedback |
| Short Code | Short numeric code (e.g., 12345) used for high-volume messaging. | Campaigns, polls, alerts |
| Long Code (Virtual Number) | A standard 10-digit number used for messaging and replies. | Customer service, interactive chats |
| Generic Sender ID | Shared, non-branded sender ID (e.g., INFO, ALERT). Used when no custom ID is registered. | Temporary or fallback use |
SenderID Registration
Sender ID Registration Process United States of America
- 1-way messaging in the US using a Sender ID is not supported.
- All messaging in the US must be 2-way, and alphanumeric senders are not supported in America.
- After the process of brand registration with the network operators, a unique virtual number will be assigned, and using this number, users can send and receive messages.
- Details required
- Company Name
- Company Address
- Website
- Business Contact
- Sample Message Contents
- opt In Details
- Use case of Sending SMS
- Business Contacts person name and details
- Estimated Volume
- Company Industry and Services Offering
- Onetime registration charges and Monthly charges are applicable to the virtual number