ECall SMS Gateway Integration

How It Works

Spotipo's ECall SMS gateway integration enables phone-based WiFi authentication with flexible SMS delivery options for venues requiring cost-effective OTP solutions.

Cost-effective SMS delivery. ECall's competitive pricing structure makes SMS authentication accessible for budget-conscious venues without sacrificing reliability.

Flexible routing options. Choose between premium direct routes for critical authentication or economy routes for non-time-sensitive messages to optimize costs.

Phone number verification. Capture and verify real mobile numbers at WiFi login, building authenticated contact databases for future SMS marketing campaigns.

API-based integration. RESTful API provides straightforward OTP delivery with status tracking and error handling for reliable authentication workflows.

International coverage. Send OTP codes to guests worldwide with ECall's international SMS routing capabilities across multiple countries.

Sender ID customization. Configure alphanumeric sender IDs or dedicated phone numbers based on destination country requirements and branding needs.

Setup Steps

1. Create ECall Account

‍Sign up for ECall SMS services, complete account verification, and obtain API credentials (API key) for gateway configuration.

2. Configure Spotipo Gateway

‍Enter ECall API credentials in Spotipo SMS gateway settings, select routing preference (premium or economy), configure sender ID.

3. Customize OTP Format

‍Design SMS message template with brand name, OTP code placeholder, expiration notice, and optional support information within message limits.

4. Set Delivery Parameters

‍Configure OTP validity duration, retry logic, delivery route preference, and phone number validation rules for target markets.

Key Benefits

• Budget-friendly pricing - Competitive rates suitable for cost-conscious WiFi operators
• Flexible routing - Choose premium or economy routes based on urgency and budget
• Verified contacts - Build marketing databases with confirmed, reachable phone numbers
• International reach - Send OTP codes to guests from multiple countries
• Simple integration - Straightforward API setup with minimal technical complexity
• Reliable delivery - Consistent SMS delivery for authentication workflows

Perfect For

Budget-Conscious Venues - Small businesses and startups needing affordable SMS authentication

Multi-Location Chains - Franchises managing authentication costs across multiple sites

Seasonal Businesses - Tourism venues with fluctuating traffic requiring flexible SMS costs

Event Spaces - Conference centers and venues with variable authentication volumes

Community WiFi - Public libraries, community centers offering free WiFi with verification

Use Cases

Coffee Shop Chain Authentication

‍Regional coffee chain implements ECall SMS for WiFi authentication across 15 locations, uses economy routing for non-peak hours and premium for busy periods, optimizes monthly SMS costs while maintaining customer experience.

Community Center Public WiFi

‍Public facility offers free WiFi with SMS verification via ECall, budget-friendly pricing enables authentication without grant funding concerns, captures verified phone numbers for event notifications and program updates.

Seasonal Resort WiFi

‍Beach resort uses ECall for guest WiFi authentication during tourist season, scales SMS volume based on occupancy, cost-effective rates make authentication viable for complimentary WiFi service.

Conference Venue Event WiFi

‍Event space implements SMS authentication for conferences, switches between premium routing for paid events and economy for public areas, manages per-event costs with flexible routing options.

Technical Specifications

Integration Method: ECall REST API
SMS Delivery Time: Varies by routing (premium: 2-5 seconds, economy: 5-30 seconds)
International Coverage: Multiple countries supported
Message Length: Up to 160 characters (GSM) or 70 (Unicode)
Sender ID Options: Alphanumeric or numeric sender IDs
Routing Options: Premium (fast) or Economy (cost-effective)
Setup Complexity: Low - API key configuration

Pricing Considerations

ECall SMS Costs: Tiered pricing based on routing preference
Premium Routing: Higher cost, faster delivery (2-5 seconds)
Economy Routing: Lower cost, standard delivery (5-30 seconds)
Volume Discounts: Available for high-traffic venues

Note: SMS costs are billed directly by ECall separate from Spotipo subscription

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