# When can I start texting?

Start only after the required business/carrier registration and the sending connection are approved for your account. Your onboarding team can explain the current status and any missing business details.

SMS registration, email verification and Voice AI activation are different checks. Do not send test marketing texts to real buyers to work around a pending registration, and do not assume email readiness means SMS is ready.

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