How can I make my application send SMS using C#? My current configuration sends E-mail alerts but SMS alerts are better suited for my purpose. Any way I can do that for free/paid?
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How can I make my application send SMS using C#? My current configuration sends E-mail alerts but SMS alerts are better suited for my purpose. Any way I can do that for free/paid?
You need an SMS provider. One such provider is clickatell.com who I have bought in bulk from before. They have a good service, and an extensive API. You have to pay for the SMS, but like everything in life, the better quality stuff costs more. I’ve found them reliable and their phone support is good.
There are a few free ones out there, but they are obviously going to be heavily restricted and finding one that allows use for commercial products would be hard to find. You also have to be careful with user data, free ones may auto sign your numbers on for marketting etc, so make sure your users are aware of that if that’s the route you wish to take.
Just a disclaimer that I have no affiliation with Clickatell, and there are lots more options out there, but beware of resellers who provide sub par service at inflated prices.