10DLC
Technology & Computing abbreviation · Telecom
| Stands for | 10-digit long code |
|---|---|
| Categories | Technology & Computing |
10DLC stands for 10-digit long code, a telecom abbreviation.
US system for sending business text messages from ordinary 10-digit phone numbers, requiring companies to register their brand and messaging campaigns with carriers in exchange for higher throughput and better deliverability.
Example: We registered our 10DLC campaign so appointment reminders stop getting filtered as spam.
Usage notes
US carriers introduced 10DLC rules around 2021, with registration handled through The Campaign Registry. Unregistered business traffic on long codes faces heavy filtering and blocking. Alternatives include toll-free numbers, which need their own verification, and five- or six-digit short codes for high-volume senders.
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