SMS Pricing
SMS pricing is based on the destination and type of message you’re sending, as well as the carrier to which the SMS is being sent. Our pay-as-you-go pricing gives you a fair price no matter what you build.
Pay-as-you-go SMS pricing
Number used | Text messages | Picture messages | Messaging Service features* | ||
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To Send †‡ | To Receive † | To Send †‡ | To Receive † | ||
Local numbers |
N/A
|
N/A
|
N/A
|
N/A
| Included |
International numbers | $
0.0645
|
N/A
|
N/A
|
N/A
| Included |
Short Codes |
N/A
|
N/A
| Included |
Pay‑as‑you‑go Phone Number pricing
High-volume Short Code
100+ messages per second. Lease a short code or migrate your existing one. Twilio manages the process for you.
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International numbers
Send and receive SMS using non‑domestic phone numbers. View the list of international numbers and capabilities.
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International prefix
$
1.00
Up to ten (10) SMS per second |
The tables below contain all SMS pricing for the locale. The price to send an SMS may vary based on the carrier to which the SMS is being sent. Twilio is also able to make phone calls to this locale.
All SMS pricing for Kenya
Carrier | Messages sent |
---|---|
Orange | $
0.0645
/ message |
Safaricom | $
0.0645
/ message |
Airtel | $
0.0995
/ message |
Homelands | $
0.0645
/ message |
Twilio is connected to mobile carriers globally so that you can send SMS to your users wherever they are. Use the search box below to find the price to send a message anywhere in the world.
Need help pricing your project? Our sales team would be glad to help you.
Talk to an expertCommit to a monthly volume and receive a significant discount beyond standard volume discounts. Contact our sales team to learn more. *
* If you're a domestic customer and expect committed volume above 1‑million messages per month, contact sales to learn about cheaper domestic routes.
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