What is bulk SMS and how does it work?

Bulk SMS is a service that allows you to send large volumes of text messages to multiple recipients simultaneously. It works through an SMS gateway that connects your application to mobile networks, ensuring fast and reliable delivery to your audience.

How reliable is SDASMS for message delivery?

SDASMS provides industry-leading delivery rates of 99.2%. We have direct connections to local networks across Africa, ensuring your messages reach their destination quickly and reliably without intermediary delays.

What are the pricing options available?

SDASMS offers flexible pricing models including Pay-As-You-Go for occasional senders and volume-based discounts for organizations with larger messaging needs. There are no hidden fees and you only pay for what you use.

Can I schedule messages for later delivery?

Yes! SDASMS supports message scheduling, allowing you to compose messages now and send them at the optimal time. This is perfect for time-sensitive announcements, event reminders, and coordinated campaigns.

Is there an API available for integration?

Absolutely. SDASMS provides a robust REST API with comprehensive documentation, SDKs for popular programming languages, and webhook support. You can integrate SMS capabilities into your existing applications in minutes.

Which African countries does SDASMS cover?

SDASMS covers all major African regions including Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Ghana, Tanzania, and many more. Our direct network connections ensure reliable delivery across the continent.

How do I get started with SDASMS?

Getting started is simple: create a free account, add credits or choose a pricing plan, import your contacts, and start sending messages immediately. Our intuitive dashboard makes the entire process straightforward.

Is my data secure with SDASMS?

Yes, SDASMS takes data security seriously. We use end-to-end encryption, comply with data protection regulations, and never share your contact lists with third parties. Your data remains yours at all times.

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Introduction

SDASMS Africa ("SDASMS," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (sdasms.com), mobile applications, and platform services. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, the information we collect using cookies, how that information is used, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to access or use our Services, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookies Policy.

We believe in transparency regarding how we collect and use data. This policy is designed to help you understand our cookie practices and make informed decisions about your privacy when using our platform.

What Are Cookies?

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Types of Cookies We Use

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How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

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Managing Your Cookie Preferences

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Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
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Do Not Track

Some web browsers incorporate a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Because there is not yet a common understanding of how to interpret DNT signals, our Services do not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can use the cookie management tools described above to control how cookies are set on your device.

Updates to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page whenever we make changes. We encourage you to periodically review this Cookies Policy to stay informed about how we use cookies and related technologies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@sdasms.com
Website: sdasms.com/contact
Address: PAPU Tower 6th Floor, 10636 Moshi Rd, Arusha, Tanzania