Understanding SMS Credit Costs
SMS messaging uses your existing Bloomber Credits (BC). There is no separate SMS subscription add-on.
What SMS Costs
| Action | Credits Used | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Phone Number Monthly Fee | 1,200 BC | Monthly (activation-anchored billing cycle) |
| Booking Reminder SMS | 15 BC | Each reminder sent |
| Manual SMS Send | 5 BC per segment | Each message sent |
| 10DLC Brand Registration | 500 BC | One-time during activation |
Monthly Planning Examples
These are simple planning estimates for reminders + phone costs:
- Small shop (about 100 reminders/month):
1,200 + (100 x 15) = 2,700 BC - Mid-size shop (about 300 reminders/month):
1,200 + (300 x 15) = 5,700 BC - High-volume shop (about 600 reminders/month):
1,200 + (600 x 15) = 10,200 BC
Manual outbound SMS campaigns should be planned separately at 5 BC per segment.
If Credits Run Low
When your balance is depleted, SMS sends are paused until balance is restored.
To avoid interruption:
- Enable Auto-Refill
- Purchase a one-time credit pack
- Move to a tier with higher included monthly credits
Where To Monitor
- Credits dashboard for usage and projections
- SMS usage breakdown for reminder/manual mix
- Auto-refill card for threshold and monthly cap settings