How to Send a Text Message to a VoIP Number?

Yes, you can text a VoIP number as long as it is text-enabled. VoIP technology, while primarily known for voice calls over the internet, also supports sending and receiving text messages.

Today, most VoIP providers offer SMS services enabled for both fixed and non-fixed virtual numbers.

Text-enabled VoIP numbers are simply virtual phone numbers with SMS capabilities. These are designed to enable users to send and receive text messages over the internet.

Not all virtual numbers are text-enabled by default; you need to choose one that is configured to support SMS messaging.

1. Create an account with a VoIP provider.
2. Choose a subscription package that includes VoIP texting.
3. Select the type of number: local or mobile number.
4. Go to the Settings and activate texting features.
5. Once activated, you can start texting through the VoIP app.

When you text a VoIP number using a mobile number, the message is sent over the internet, bypassing traditional cellular networks. The recipient receives the message just like a regular SMS, regardless of device (smartphones, tablets, or computers).

Here’s the breakdown of how your text is sent to the VoIP number.

1. You send a text message to the VoIP number. Firstly, it reaches your mobile carrier’s network.
2. The carrier routes the message to the VoIP service provider over the internet.
3. Then the service converts SMS into a digital data format suitable for internet transmission.
4. The message is delivered to the recipient through their VoIP app or an internet-connected device.

You can text a VoIP phone number using a phone messaging app (for mobile users) or a VoIP app (for virtual number users).

Depending upon the number you are using—cell phone or virtual numbers, the process slightly differs.

To text a VoIP number, open your mobile messaging app, enter the recipient's contact, type your message, and hit send.

1. Open the SMS/Message app on your phone.
2. Enter the VoIP number in the “To” field
3. Write your message in the “Text message” section.
4. Tap “Send”.

To text a virtual number using VoIP services, log in to the VoIP app, go to the messaging section, and send the message to the VoIP number.

1. Log in to your account on the VoIP platform.
2. Navigate to the messaging section.
3. Enter the VoIP number.
4. Compose a text message and tap “Send.”

When texting a VoIP phone number, consider character limitations, carrier restrictions, and avoid using words or links that might trigger spam filters.

1. Country or Carrier Restrictions: International texting may be restricted in some countries. Also, not all carriers may support sending texts to virtual numbers.
    
2. Choose the Right Time for Texting: If the receiver’s VoIP app is closed or inactive, the message might not be received immediately. So, consider when the recipient is likely to be available.
    
3. Blocked or Filtered Message: VoIP services often use spam filters, so it's best to avoid certain words or links that seem like spam messages.
    
4. Message Limitations: Some VoIP services may limit the length or frequency of messages, so be mindful of message size.

Text-enabled virtual number allows users to send text from both a mobile and a VoIP number. If you’re using a mobile number, you can text just like you would any other number using the message app, whereas if you are a virtual number user, you can directly message through your provider platform.
 

When you text a VoIP number, it is routed through the internet instead of a traditional network.

Yes, normally you can text back a VoIP number if the number is two-way SMS-enabled. However, some businesses use VoIP numbers that don’t accept replies, like those in banks or automated services.

Yes, you can use a VoIP number for WhatsApp. However, it depends on whether the number can receive the verification code. WhatsApp may not support some VoIP numbers.

Yes, VoIP texts are traceable, just like VoIP calls with the SIP protocol. However, most of the time, the tracker can only see the caller ID and IP address of the person; it cannot see the actual messages, as they are encrypted.