Send your first SMS campaign

Build a contact list, write a message, schedule (or send now), and track delivery in real time.

Last updated 2026-05-31

Once your SMS gateway is connected, you can blast SMS to your contact list. WaSMS rate-limits sends to keep your SIM safe.

1. Import contacts

Go to ContactsImport. Upload a CSV with at minimum a phone column.

2. Create the campaign

  1. Go to Campaigns+ New campaign.
  2. Pick SMS as the channel.
  3. Select your SMS gateway.
  4. Choose your audience.
  5. Write your message. Use {{name}} to personalize.

3. Schedule or send now

  • Send now — queues immediately, throttled to rate limit.
  • Schedule — pick a date/time.

4. Track delivery

The campaign detail page shows live counts: Sent / Delivered / Failed / Replied.

Best practices

  • Do not spam — carriers block SIMs that send too much too fast.
  • Include an opt-out — “Reply STOP to unsubscribe”.
  • Send at sensible hours.
  • Test first with 10 recipients.

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