SMS Content Checker

Assesses SMS text for encoding, length, and regulatory compliance to help marketers, developers, and compliance teams preview message feasibility before sending.

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About This Tool

The tool analyzes an SMS text to determine encoding requirements (GSM-7 vs UCS-2), counts characters, detects URLs, and estimates required segments. It provides a concise report showing encoding, total characters, and the number of segments, enabling pre-send optimization. Conceptually, it treats SMS messages as constrained payloads where each segment has a fixed character capacity; when multipart, the per-segment capacity decreases. The system applies standard GSM rules and allows URL shortening as a strategy to reduce segment count. Beneficiaries include marketing teams drafting campaigns, developers integrating messaging services, and compliance teams validating content before dispatch. Unique value lies in combining encoding detection, URL impact assessment, and segment forecasting into a single predictive tool, rather than requiring manual counting or carrier-specific research. Typical use cases include validating promotional texts, transactional alerts, and informational updates for regional campaigns. Core features include encoding detection, character counting, segment estimation, URL handling, and optional region-aware rule guidance. Outputs support downstream processes by offering structured data for cost estimation, QA checks, and exportable results for compliance records.

How to Use

  1. Provide inputs: enter the SMS text, region code, and message_type.
  2. The tool detects encoding and estimates length and segments.
  3. Review outputs: encoding, total_chars, segments_required, and per_segment_capacity.
  4. If needed, optimize by shortening URLs or removing non-essential content.
  5. Re-run with updated input to confirm results.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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How does encoding get determined?
The tool scans characters against the GSM-7 alphabet; if all characters fit, it uses GSM-7 with a 160-character base limit. If any character falls outside, it switches to UCS-2 with a 70-character base limit and adjusts for concatenation.
Does it guarantee delivery or carrier compatibility?
No. The tool only estimates encoding, length, and segments. Deliverability depends on carrier policies, number validity, and other operational factors not covered by this checker.
Can URL shortening affect segment estimates?
Yes. Shortening URLs reduces their character footprint, potentially lowering the total segment count. The tool can model this by assuming a shorter URL length if configured.
Is it suitable for international campaigns?
Yes, it accounts for GSM-7 and UCS-2 rules commonly used in international SMS. Region-specific constraints and opt-out requirements should be reviewed separately for each market.

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