Changelog

Recent improvements, fixes and new updates to SMSGlobal's system.

Aug 09, 2021

URL Shortener

New

The URL shortener enables you to have long URLs automatically shortened by SMSGlobal.

Additionally, using SMSGlobal's URL shortener service allows for additional analytics and control over your SMS campaigns, such as the number of URL link clicks and URL expiry times.

Apr 05, 2021

Addition of Opt-In Functionality via incoming SMS

New

We have added opt-in functionality via incoming SMS.

This is for recipients who have previously opted-out of SMS communication, but now wish to opt-in again.

To opt-in, users can reply with the following keywords:

  • UNSTOP
  • START

Note: the keywords UNSTOP and START are NOT case sensitive.

Can recipients opt back in after they have opted-out?

Feb 28, 2021

MXT Conversation Window

New

MXT Conversation Window added for convenient two-way texting and to view SMS history. Access this function via Contact List and Report in MXT.

How do I enable the Conversation feature?

Feb 28, 2021

Two-Phase TLS upgrade [Phase One]

Improvement

The default protocol for HTTPS connections has upgraded to TLS 1.2 for postback. Continued support for TLS 1.0 and 1.1 by request.

Feb 25, 2021

Updated API endpoints

Improvement

All legacy API endpoints to be updated by end of February. To avoid disruption, migrate API endpoint www.smsglobal.com to api.smsglobal.com.

Jan 05, 2021

Addition of ex. GST amount to Australian invoices

Improvement

We have now added the ex. GST purchase total amount to our invoices, this is in addition to the previous GST amount included on invoices.

Jun 29, 2020

IP Address Update

Improvement

Infrastructure upgrade to ensure ongoing reliable service and security for APIs and integrations. See IP Address Update for further information.