Frequently Asked Questions

Q What is IPROG SMS?

IPROG SMS is an affordable SMS API service for sending messages in the Philippines. You can send SMS at just ₱1 per SMS with no expiration on credits. Perfect for businesses, developers, student capstone teams, and anyone who needs reliable SMS delivery across all major Philippine networks.

Q How much does IPROG SMS cost?

IPROG SMS charges ₱1 per SMS. We offer SMS packages starting at:

• ₱100 - 105 SMS credits (5% bonus)
• ₱500 - 540 SMS credits (8% bonus)
• ₱1000 - 1100 SMS credits (10% bonus)

All credits never expire, so you can use them at your own pace.

Q Do SMS credits expire?

No! SMS credits purchased on IPROG SMS never expire. You can use them at your own pace, whenever you need them. No hidden fees, no expiration pressure.

Q How do I integrate IPROG SMS into my application?

IPROG SMS provides a REST API that's easy to integrate. We have code examples in Ruby, PHP, C++, and cURL. Simply:

1. Get your API token from your dashboard
2. Check our API documentation at /api/v1/documentation
3. Use one of our code examples to start sending SMS
4. Integrate into your application with just a few lines of code

Q What languages does IPROG SMS support?

While our API works with any language that supports HTTP requests, we provide official code examples in:

• Ruby
• PHP
• C++
• cURL

You can use IPROG SMS with JavaScript, Python, Java, Go, and virtually any programming language!

Q How long does it take for SMS to be delivered?

Most SMS messages are delivered within seconds. With our direct telco connections and backup SMS providers, we ensure fast and reliable delivery across all Philippine networks.

Q Can I use IPROG SMS for OTP verification?

Yes! IPROG SMS is perfect for One-Time Password (OTP) verification and authentication. Our reliable delivery ensures your OTP messages reach users instantly, making it ideal for securing user accounts and transactions.

Q Can I schedule SMS messages in advance?

Yes! IPROG SMS supports scheduled SMS messaging through reminders and one-way campaigns. You can set messages to send at a specific date and time for appointments, promotions, and announcements.

Q Is IPROG SMS good for bulk SMS campaigns?

Yes. IPROG SMS supports one-way bulk SMS campaigns (SMS blasts) using the dashboard and API-based sending. This is ideal for announcements, promotions, newsletters, and large-scale notifications.

Q Do I need an approved sender name to use campaigns and group contacts?

Yes. Campaigns, Group Contacts, and Message Reminders require an approved sender name before they become available in your dashboard and related API features.

Q Does IPROG SMS support unsubscribe links in campaigns?

Yes. Campaigns can include an unsubscribe link in the SMS. When clicked, the recipient is marked as unsubscribed so you can exclude them from future campaign sends.

Q Can students use sender names and campaigns for capstone projects?

Yes. Student capstone teams can use IPROG SMS for project use cases, including sender name requests and campaigns, subject to account verification and sender name approval requirements.

Q What networks does IPROG SMS cover?

IPROG SMS covers all major Philippine networks:

• Free/Shared Sender Names: Globe Telecom, TM (Touch Mobile), and DITO
• Custom Sender Name Required: Smart Communications, TNT (about 40% of the market)

To reach all networks including Smart/TNT, get your own approved sender name via our Sender Names page.

Q Is there a free trial for IPROG SMS?

Sign up and complete KYC verification to get free SMS credits. Use these tokens to test both our web SMS interface and SMS API. You can also download our Android app for additional free daily SMS credits.

Q Where is your API documentation?

Our comprehensive API documentation is available at /api/v1/documentation. It includes:

• Endpoint details and specifications
• Authentication methods
• Request and response formats
• Code examples in multiple languages
• Error handling and status codes