Understanding E.164 Phone Format in Zendesk
What is the E.164 phone number format and why is it important in Zendesk?
The E.164 phone number format is a standardized format that ensures global consistency in phone numbers. It's crucial in Zendesk for matching text replies to the correct user profile.
Using the E.164 format helps Zendesk recognize and associate replies with existing user profiles, preventing the creation of new profiles. This format includes the country code and omits spaces, which can cause issues if not formatted correctly. For more details, see the article: What are the accepted phone number formats for Talk?
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