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Software and systems developers find it easy to use the fastsms API (Applications Programme Interface) to build SMS messaging capability into their applications. Increasingly solutions which have the capability of sending and receiving emails need the ability to handle inbound and outbound SMS text messages. As well as being offered two varieties of API – HTTP and XML – legacy systems can use the Email to SMS solution to send and receive texts without any change in the software itself other than changing the format of emails sent.

Fastsms recognise the value that developers bring to us and will whatever it takes to get you up and running. We provide technical guides, sample code and hands-on support to get you up and running. Furthermore we offer an Affiliate Scheme so that developers can receive payment for their customers usage of fastsms for the life of their account. We really welcome enquiries from developers so get in touch if you have an idea we can help you develop.

What is one almost guaranteed way of getting new customers? Ask for them. Really. Studies show that 83% of satisfied customers are willing to recommend a company, product or service to their family and friends. Here's how you can use SMS to simplify and improve your referral marketing.

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A few weeks ago I wrote a blog post about using SMS messaging to contact your list after some sort of trigger - they made a purchase, had a birthday, or some other event or date. I’m going to build on that concept a little bit more in this post and share how you can really offer just-in-time SMS messages by integrating with your existing systems.

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This SMS messaging case study explains how a student at the University of West England used the fastsms API in an experimental project aiming to improve vehicle safety. The post is Q&A session between Thomas West, the student, and fastsms, relating how the project unfolded.

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