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Short Code Launch

Budget 8–12 weeks and decide registry vs reseller up front — short codes are the slowest, most expensive path to launch.

checklist Last verified mid-2026 1 min read

Use this when you’ve chosen a dedicated short code as your path. It’s the premium, highest-trust tier — and the slowest: provisioning runs 8–12 weeks (provider/aggregator review ~1–2 weeks plus independent carrier review ~6–10 weeks), at roughly $500–$1,000/month. The two decisions to make first are registry vs reseller (pricing model) and random vs vanity (code), because both affect cost and timeline before any carrier ever sees your program brief.

Budget 8–12 weeks and decide registry vs reseller up front.

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