What is the character limit of one SMS? How credit is calculated? #

An SMS has a character limit, which varies between English and Unicode SMS.

Please be aware that the Unicode feature is presently limited to the Quick One SMS Credit Calculated. If you intend to send Unicode SMS from the DLT SMS section, you must first obtain approval for your Unicode message template on the DLT portal.

After receiving approval, you can then choose your message template in the DLT SMS section and proceed with sending.

This article will discuss the 160-character limit for a single SMS message, how the SMS character count is calculated, and the character limit count.

One SMS Credit Calculated limit for DLT and Quick SMS section #

When sending SMS messages, whether from the DLT SMS section or Quick SMS section, the message cost is determined based on the SMS character count. If your message stays within the 160-character limit, only one SMS cost is deducted. However, if your message extends to 306 characters, the cost of 2 SMS will be deducted.

As the character count in the message box increases, it will be automatically displayed, and the SMS count will increment accordingly to 2 SMS, 3 SMS, and so forth.

It’s important to note that in both the DLT and Quick SMS sections, your SMS can comprise a total of 1530 characters, but it should not exceed this character limit.

Here’s a breakdown of how many characters are considered as 1 SMS, 2 SMS, 3 SMS, and so on. This breakdown provides a clear understanding of the character limit count for SMS messages in the English language.

Character limit of SMS #

Please be aware that the amount charged will depend on the SMS count. For instance, if your SMS contains 165 characters, the cost of 2 SMS will be deducted from your Smslocal wallet.

Additionally, here is the character limit information for Unicode SMS: A single Unicode SMS can include up to 70 characters, with a maximum character limit of 331 characters.

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FAQ #

1. What is the character limit for a single SMS message in the English language? #

A single SMS message in English can contain up to 160 characters.

2. How is SMS credit calculated when sending longer messages? #

SMS credit is calculated based on the SMS character count. If a message exceeds 160 characters, additional credits are deducted for each set of 153 characters, which may span multiple SMS.

3. Is there a difference in credit calculation between the DLT SMS section and the Quick SMS section? #

No, the credit calculation remains the same whether you are sending an SMS from the DLT SMS section or the Quick SMS section. It depends on the character count of the message.

4. Can you explain how the SMS character limit count works for messages in the English language? #

Certainly! A breakdown of SMS character limits is as follows: 1 SMS (Up to 160 characters), 2 SMS (161 to 306 characters), 3 SMS (307 to 459 characters), and so on, up to 10 SMS (1378 to 1530 characters). The cost is determined by the SMS count.

5. What is the character limit for Unicode SMS, and how is credit calculated for them? #

A single Unicode SMS can contain up to 70 characters, and credits are calculated based on these character limits. If a Unicode message exceeds 70 characters, additional credits are deducted accordingly.

6. Where can users send Unicode SMS, and what should they do to use Unicode messages in the DLT SMS section? #

Users can send Unicode SMS from the DLT SMS section. To do so, they must first obtain approval for their Unicode message template on the DLT portal. Once approved, they can select the template and send a Unicode SMS.