Firetext SMS Gateway Integration

How It Works

Spotipo's Firetext SMS gateway integration provides phone-based WiFi authentication with a focus on UK and European markets, offering straightforward pricing and reliable delivery.

UK-optimized delivery. Firetext's direct UK carrier connections ensure fast, reliable OTP delivery for British venues with competitive domestic pricing.

European network strength. Strong carrier relationships across Europe provide reliable SMS delivery for venues serving European travelers and guests.

Simple pricing structure. Transparent per-message pricing without complex volume tiers or hidden fees makes budget planning straightforward for WiFi operators.

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

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

Alphanumeric sender IDs. Use your brand name as SMS sender ID in supported countries, improving brand recognition and OTP message trust.

Setup Steps

1. Create Firetext Account

‍Sign up for Firetext, complete account verification, and obtain API credentials (username and password) for SMS gateway configuration.

2. Configure Spotipo Gateway

‍Enter Firetext API credentials in Spotipo SMS gateway settings, configure sender ID (alphanumeric or phone number) based on target markets.

3. Design OTP Messages

‍Create SMS message template with your brand, OTP code placeholder, validity period, and optional support contact within character limits.

4. Set Authentication Rules

‍Configure OTP expiration time (typically 5-10 minutes), retry attempts, and phone number format validation for your geographic market.

Key Benefits

• UK market optimization - Fast, reliable delivery with direct UK carrier connections
• European coverage - Strong presence across European markets for international venues
• Transparent pricing - Simple per-message costs without complex tier structures
• Verified phone database - Build marketing lists with confirmed UK and European mobile numbers
• Brand recognition - Alphanumeric sender IDs improve OTP message trust and open rates
• Reliable delivery - Consistent SMS delivery rates for WiFi authentication workflows

Perfect For

UK Hospitality - Hotels, restaurants, and pubs capturing guest phone numbers through WiFi

UK Retail Stores - Shopping centers and high street retailers requiring secure WiFi authentication

European Tourist Venues - Museums, attractions, and event spaces serving UK and European visitors

UK Corporate Offices - Business facilities offering secure guest WiFi with verified access

UK Education Institutions - Universities and colleges providing student and visitor WiFi authentication

Use Cases

London Hotel Chain WiFi

‍Boutique hotel group implements Firetext SMS authentication across 8 London properties, delivers OTP codes to UK and European guest phones in seconds, captures verified mobile numbers for post-stay promotions and booking reminders.

Manchester Shopping Center

‍Regional mall uses Firetext for secure WiFi authentication, fast UK carrier delivery ensures shoppers connect quickly, builds SMS marketing database for event announcements and retail tenant promotions.

Edinburgh Tourist Attraction

‍Historic landmark implements SMS WiFi authentication via Firetext, serves UK and European tourists with reliable delivery, captures phone numbers for visitor surveys and return visit promotions.

Birmingham Corporate Park‍

Business complex offers visitor WiFi with Firetext SMS verification, logs verified phone numbers for security compliance, maintains fast authentication for professional guest experience.

Technical Specifications

Integration Method: Firetext REST API
SMS Delivery Time: Typically 2-5 seconds for UK destinations
Primary Coverage: UK and European markets
Message Length: Up to 160 characters (GSM) or 70 (Unicode)
Sender ID Options: Alphanumeric sender ID or phone number
Delivery Tracking: Status reports via API callbacks
Setup Complexity: Low - username/password authentication

Pricing Considerations

Firetext SMS Costs: Simple per-message pricing by destination
UK Delivery: Competitive rates for domestic traffic
European Delivery: Volume-based pricing for EU destinations
No Monthly Fees: Pay only for messages sent

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

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