What is a Keyword? A Keyword is a unique term (letters and/or numbers) that people can use to communicate with you via a Short Code.
Q: How do Keywords work? You purchase the Keyword MRXYZ from us, which we will setup on our shared Short Code 313131 (or 393939 for Canada). Your friends and customers can then send a message containing the Keyword MRXYZ to 313131 (or 393939 for Canada) to automatically join your Group Messaging list. Our software will respond to them for you, with a customizable message, confirming that they have joined (Opted-In) to your Group SMS list. Q: Can I have any Keyword I want? Are there any limitations? As long as the Keyword you want is available, you can register it through your account panel. You can use any combination of letters and numbers. Q: What is a Short Code? A Short Code is a 5 digit or 6 digit number, to which text messages can be sent from a mobile phone. Wireless subscribers send text messages to short codes to access a wide variety of mobile content. Common short codes are easy to remember and they are compatible across all participating carriers.