Knowledge Base

Sub-categories

1. Dynamic Originators
   An originator which can be defined freely at the time of broadcast for use on Global II messages.
2. Static Originators
   A pre-allocated originator which can be used on both Global I and Global II messages.

Articles

• The Originator in detail.
• The differences between 'static' and 'dynamic' originators.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I send anonymous SMS?
• What happens if I submit an SMS with an invalid originator?
• Why are my messages being sent from 'tm4b.com'?
• Is it possible to label the messages we send using our own brand / company name?

Question

What happens if I submit an SMS with an invalid originator?

Answer

1. SMS Online
   If the SMS is being submitted via SMS Online, you will not be able to complete the message-sending process and will be required to modify the originator before reaching the confirmation screen.
2. SMS API
   If the SMS is being submitted through the SMS API, your attempted submission will fail and our response will inform you that the originator was invalid.
3. Email-to-SMS
   If the SMS is being submitted via Email-to-SMS, your attempted submission will fail and an email will be sent back to the sender informing him/her that the originator was invalid