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The Best Text to Landline Service

Send and receive text messages to your existing landline or secure a new dedicated phone number.

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What is Text to Landline?

Text to landline is the enabling of text messaging on a landline phone number so that it can be used for two-way messaging and mass texting. In addition to existing landlines, new local and toll free numbers can be secured for text messaging.

Setting up your landline to send and receive texts allows you to engage with people that may not want to pick up the phone to call but still need to communicate with you. If you aren’t currently using a text to landline service, it's likely that you're missing the text messages that people are trying to send to you.

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How Landline Texting Works

Enabling a landline for texting is simple. Phone numbers support two things: voice and text. All landlines are voice-enabled, however, most ignore their ability to send or receive text messages. Because voice and text are two completely separate functions, they work independently from each other. This allows us to handle your business text messaging while your phone company handles the voice.

Getting your landline set up to send and receive text messages is a painless process that is handled entirely by us. Simply follow the instructions outlined in your account, and the rest is on us. It can take up to two weeks to get the number up and running. Once set up, all of your text messages and two-way conversations can be managed by our beginner-friendly dashboard. You'll be able to see who's texting you and respond back within a shared inbox. You can even use our mobile app for managing your messages on the go.

Our two-way text messaging Inbox is just one of the tools available with SlickText. We also include text automations, personalized messaging, beautiful analytics, and list growth tools in every user account. Get started today to see why customers rate SlickText as the #1 landline texting service.

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Why Your Landline Should Support Text Messaging

With text messaging as the most popular method for communication, your landline should definitely be text-enabled. Here are just a few reasons why.

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Customers Prefer Texting

Statistics on text messaging show that 85% of customers needing to reach a business prefer text messages over a phone call or email. As millennials and Gen Z become a larger part of your customer base, they won’t want to receive calls from you—and they’ll probably ignore you if you do call. Give them the support they desire via SMS.

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85% of customers prefer to receive text messages over a phone call or email.
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You’re Already Missing Messages

94% of businesses using text messaging to connect with their customers have found it to be a successful method of communication and would recommend it to their colleagues. Now that landline texting is becoming a more common occurrence, customers are going to expect that they can text you. Additionally, there's a high likelihood that they already are! Those are not messages you want to be missing out on.

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94% of businesses using text messaging to connect with their customers have found it to be successful.
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Texting Keeps Customers Connected

Your customers are constantly on the go and rarely have time to be put on hold. Texting enables them to get answers in the most convenient way. Pile on all the robo calls that most people get these days, and you'll see why people would rather text you. In fact, 71% of consumers have said using text messages to connect with their favorite businesses was highly effective.

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71% of consumers have said using text messages to connect with their favorite businesses was highly effective.

Commonly Asked Text to Landline Questions

Below are frequently asked questions we hear about getting started with text to landline. If your questions about our text to landline service aren't listed below, just reach out to our team.

What is text to landline messaging?

Text to landline messaging lets you send and receive SMS messages using a standard landline number. This means customers can text your business even if your number isn’t a mobile phone.

Can I use my existing landline?

Yes, you can use your existing landline number as long as it isn’t already text-enabled. If it is, give us a call. We may be able to make it happen anyway.

Is there any additional setup?

No! That's one of the best parts about our text to landline service. You don't need to talk to your phone company, purchase any additional hardware, or provide any phone bills. The entire process is quite smooth and painless.

Can I send two-way messages with a landline?

Yes, you can send and receive two-way SMS messages. Customers can reply to your landline texts, and you can respond directly from your SlickText dashboard.

Can I integrate landline texting with my CRM or other tools?

Yes, SlickText integrates with popular CRMs, email marketing platforms, and other business tools, making it easy to manage messages alongside your existing workflows.

How does text to landline work?

When a customer sends a text to your landline, the message is delivered to your SMS inbox, allowing you to reply instantly. Outgoing messages appear to come from your landline number.

How can I get a new number?

SlickText provides a default toll-free number with every account. We can also provide a local number or a short code. Simply answer a few basic questions and we will work with the carriers to register your number for texting.

What are the costs for a text to landline app?

Setting up a local number incurs a one-time fee of $44 and $10 per month as long as your number remains active.

How quickly can I start texting from my landline?

Setup is fast and easy. Once your number is enabled in SlickText, you can begin sending and receiving messages immediately.

How do I reply to messages sent to my landline?

You can reply directly from your SlickText dashboard or through your connected integrations. All replies will appear to come from your landline number.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why You Should Choose SlickText as Your Text to Landline Service

We’re the #1 rated text messaging service. From our easy-to-use dashboard to the outstanding support you'll receive, once your account is live, you'll love it. Here are just a few reasons why you should choose SlickText.

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Get Up and Running Fast

Enter your information in just a few minutes and our team will take it from there. Your local number could be working in as little as 7 days.

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Enjoy a User-Friendly Interface

Our interface for managing your text messages is second to none. From shared inbox management to the intuitive messaging interface, you'll love using our text to landline app from your desktop or mobile phone.

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Get Award-Winning Support

We love to talk to our customers, and we’re proud of our reputation as the friendliest team in tech. Our team of text to landline experts can guide you through any challenge.