These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of Cellcastās 10DLC (10-Digit Long Code) messaging services.
Service Description Cellcastās 10DLC (10-Digit Long Code) services enable businesses to send Application-to-Person (A2P) SMS and MMS messages using dedicated 10-digit phone numbers. This service is designed to enhance business-to-customer communications with improved deliverability and compliance.
Registration Requirements To use Cellcastās 10DLC services, businesses must:
- Register their brand and campaign use cases with relevant regulatory bodies, such as The Campaign Registry.
- Provide accurate and complete information, including:
- Business name and contact details.
- Campaign description and intended audience.
- Message templates and sample content.
Compliance Users of Cellcastās 10DLC services must adhere to:
- Applicable local and international laws, including the TCPA in the U.S.
- Carrier-specific guidelines for message content, opt-ins, opt-outs, and frequency.
- Prohibitions on certain content types, including but not limited to:
- Spam, scams, and fraudulent messages.
- Hate speech, gambling, illegal drugs, and other prohibited categories.
Fees and Charges
- Costs associated with 10DLC services include:
- Campaign registration and recurring fees.
- Per-message charges based on carrier rates and message throughput.
- Penalties for non-compliance or unregistered traffic.
- Fees are non-refundable and subject to change with prior notice.
Message Delivery
- Cellcast strives for high deliverability but does not guarantee message delivery, as it depends on carrier availability and compliance.
- Users are responsible for ensuring message content adheres to guidelines to prevent delivery failures.
Content Restrictions
- Users must not send:
- Unsolicited or spam messages.
- Phishing, fraudulent, or deceptive content.
- Content that violates intellectual property rights.
- All messages must include:
- Clear identification of the sender.
- Opt-out instructions (e.g., āReply STOP to unsubscribeā).
Data Privacy
- Cellcast is committed to handling customer data securely and in compliance with privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA.
- Users must ensure end-customer data is processed responsibly and in accordance with applicable regulations.
Liabilities and Indemnification
- Cellcast is not liable for misuse of the service by users.
- Users agree to indemnify Cellcast against any claims, damages, or penalties arising from violations of these Terms or applicable laws.
Termination and Suspension
- Cellcast reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to 10DLC services for:
- Non-payment or delinquent accounts.
- Non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Fraudulent or prohibited activities.
Support and Maintenance
- Cellcast provides technical support and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of its 10DLC services.
- Users will be notified in advance of any planned outages or disruptions.
Modifications
- Cellcast reserves the right to update these Terms and associated fees.
- Users will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Governing Law These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Victoria.
By using Cellcastās 10DLC services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.