Did you know: AccuTrack & AccuSQL can all deliver messages and updates to your students via their cell phones! All you need is to turn on this feature. Worried about the cost? Amazingly, it's a lot lower than you might expect (currently less than a penny per message for AccuTrack/AccuSQL)!
To use SMS, you must first setup a messaging account with either Skype or Nexmo. The latter is recommended because of its lower cost. You can start with a test account with complimentary test credits. If you like it, you can then use your credit card to purchase more credits. See below for setup instructions:
- Sign-in as a System Admin. Go to Setup > Options and click SMS Configuration.
- Select your Service Provider (Nexmo or Skype)
- To Use Skype:
- Just select this option and save.
- Must install the Skype client on that computer in order for this option to function.
- Check the box "Send SMS reminders from this computer" at the bottom left edge of teh Options screen.
- To Use Nexmo:
- Visit www.nexmo.com to get your messaging account. You can get a complimentary account for testing.
- Enter your Nexmo Key, Secret password, and “From” information.
- You can send a test message once you have the information filled in.
Additional options for both Skype and Nexmo:
- Enable sending SMS in Waiting List and Intake System.
- Enter a country code if needed.
-Nick Armstrong, Support Representative