You can send One-Way SMS in France with a registered alpha tag.
Two-Way messaging is supported when using a dedicated short code.
MMS isn't supported in this country.
Available Sender IDs
You can send with a registered alpha tag or short code in France.
Registration and fees may apply.
Alpha tags
Alpha tags allow you to use your brand name as your Sender ID instead of a number. Recipients cannot reply to messages sent using an alpha tag.
Register an alpha tag via our dashboard by going to:
Sender IDs ➔ Manage Senders
Some mobile networks may replace your alpha tag with a shared short code.
Short codes
Two-way messaging is supported in France with a short code.
You can choose to send using one of our shared short codes, or register a dedicated short code if you require high-volume traffic.
To purchase a short code, please contact support.
Short code registration usually takes 12–14 weeks and costs do apply.
Registration requirements
When purchasing a short code, you will need to provide:
Business name, address, and website
Contact email address and phone number
Information on how you plan to use the number
Sample message content
Rules and best practices
Promotional Messages
SMS in France is categorised as either Transactional or Promotional.
If you're sending promotional messages like marketing campaigns or sales offers — here's what you need to know:
You can only send Monday to Saturday, between 8am - 10pm.
Your messages must include opt-out verbiage.
Messages will not be delivered on Sundays or bank holidays.
Content guidelines
Before you start sending, carefully review our sending guidelines to understand the types of messages you can't send. Additionally, you must adhere to the specific local regulations outlined below:
No cryptocurrency
No gambling content (unless registered with the ARJEP)