What is the sms gateway for sms ?
An SMS gateway acts as a bridge between your computer and the mobile network, allowing you to send and receive SMS messages programmatically. It essentially translates your message into a format compatible with the cellular network and routes it to the recipient's phone.
Here's a breakdown of how it works:
- Your Application:Â You initiate an SMS from your software or application.
- SMS Gateway:Â The application connects to the SMS gateway, typically through an API (Application Programming Interface).
- Message Conversion:Â The SMS gateway converts your message into a format understood by the mobile network (often using SMPP - Short Message Peer-to-Peer protocol).
- Mobile Network:Â The gateway then transmits the message via the mobile network to the recipient's phone.
SMS gateways are used in various applications like:
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) for secure logins.
- Appointment reminders and alerts.
- Marketing campaigns and promotions.
- Customer service notifications.
