Sending Text Messages (SMS)
Send text messages from Student Manager to Names in your database. Text messages are sent using the Twilio API.
SMS Requirements
- You must have an account with Twilio ↗️.
- Your clientele must have a cell phone entered on their name record.
- Your clientele must opt in to receive SMS messages (the Opt In box next to Cell Phone field must be checked on their Name record).
- You may need to create a campaign before sending messages. Please see this Twilio help topic for more information:
Install SMS Module
When you set up your Twilio account you will be given a phone number, account SID and authentication token. Once you have that information, contact your ACEware technician for further installation instructions.