coreILLA - A2P 10DLC Things To Do Before You Register for A2P 10DLC

Preparing Your Website for 10DLC Registration

Ensuring your website is ready for 10DLC (10-Digit Long Code) registration is vital for maintaining your brand's reputation and avoiding unnecessary costs.

Follow these steps to achieve compliance:

Step 1: Implement Age Verification

Add an age verification feature to your website to confirm users are 21 or older. You will need an age gate the specifically asks for the site visitor's birthdate formatted at MM/DD/YYYY. If you need assistance in setting up an age gate, kindly reach out to Coreware support.

Step 2: Update Privacy Policy

Ensure your website has a comprehensive privacy policy that meets 10DLC requirements. If needed, use our sample policy as a template. Make sure this policy is easily accessible in your website footer.

Step 3: Include a Cookies Policy

Add a standard cookies policy within your privacy policy template to address user consent and tracking practices.

Step 4: Link Privacy Policy on All Forms

Ensure all forms collecting phone numbers include a clear link to your privacy policy to inform users about data handling practices.

Step 5: Audit Forms for Proper Disclosure Language

Review all forms on your website to ensure they include proper disclosure language. Use the following samples as guides:

Sample Disclosure for Non-Text Forms
"By providing your phone number in this contact form, you consent to receive phone calls from us regarding your inquiry or the services/products we offer. To opt-in for text notifications, text 'JOIN' to XXX-XXX-XXXX. By texting 'JOIN,' you consent to receive text communications from us. Reply 'STOP' anytime to cancel text notifications or 'HELP' for assistance. Message and data rates may apply. View Privacy Policy: [add link]"

Example Call-to-Action (CTA) with Phone Number
"GOT QUESTIONS? TEXT US: XXX-XXX-XXXX. Reply 'STOP' anytime to cancel text notifications or 'HELP' for assistance. Message and data rates may apply. View Privacy policy: [add link]"

Example Opt-In with Checkbox
"I would like to receive texts about promotions, new products, and events. By checking this box, you agree to receive recurring automated promotional and personalized marketing text messages (e.g., cart reminders) from {Company_Name} at the cell number used when signing up. Consent is not a condition of any purchase. Reply 'HELP' for help and 'STOP' to cancel. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. View Terms & Privacy."

Benefits of 10DLC Compliance

Following these steps ensures your website is 10DLC compliant, which is crucial in today's regulatory landscape. Compliance helps avoid potential price increases and enhances your brand's credibility.

For further questions or assistance with these steps, contact our dedicated support team. We are here to help you navigate the process and achieve 10DLC compliance. Start preparing your website for 10DLC registration today to stay ahead of the regulatory curve.

Updated on: 07/22/2024