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Using Your Existing Number with Zendesk Text

Find out how to port your existing phone number to Zendesk Text and continue using it for SMS.

Can I use my existing phone number with Zendesk Text?

Yes, you can port your existing phone number to Zendesk Talk, and if it's capable of SMS, you can use it with Zendesk Text. This process allows you to keep your current number while taking advantage of Zendesk's text capabilities.

Keep in mind that porting a number might take some time, so it's important to plan accordingly. For more details, you can read about porting numbers into Zendesk Talk in their documentation.


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Inbound texts in Zendesk Text are charged per message segment. For example, if customers text your number in Austria, the cost is $0.009 per message segment. These inbound texts create a ticket, allowing agents to engage with customers directly…

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