Getting started
Create your account, add credits, and send your first message in under fifteen minutes.
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How do I create an SMSLocal account?
Signing up takes about two minutes and gives you ₹60 of free credit to try SMS, WhatsApp and OTP.
2 min readUpdated 10 Feb 2026How do I add credits to my wallet?
Credits are paid-in-advance INR balance. You can top up by UPI, card, net banking or bank transfer.
3 min readUpdated 12 Feb 2026How do I send my first SMS?
Use the composer in your dashboard to send a one-off SMS to a verified test number before going live.
3 min readUpdated 14 Feb 2026How do I connect a WhatsApp Business number?
Bring your own number or port a new one. Meta approval usually lands within 24 hours.
4 min readUpdated 15 Feb 2026How do I invite teammates?
All plans — including the free tier — include unlimited team seats with role-based permissions.
2 min readUpdated 16 Feb 2026A tour of the SMSLocal dashboard
What lives where — campaigns, inbox, reports, billing, and compliance — and why.
4 min readUpdated 18 Feb 2026
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