--- title: "How Text Message Registration Works | Quick Send Business" description: "How carrier registration works for business texting: toll-free verification, optional 10DLC local numbers, one business profile, and realistic approval timelines." url: "https://quicksendbusiness.com/how-registration-works" --- Carrier verification # How registration works US carriers require every business texting platform to verify who is sending and why. Quick Send handles the paperwork. You fill out one profile. Two number types ## Toll-free by default. Local when you want it. Plans include a toll-free number. Local area-code numbers are optional. You can use both on one account with the same business profile. ### Toll-free numbers The default path. Numbers like 1-833-555-0123. Included with your plan. Pick your number, complete the profile, and submit one verification per number. - Requires an EIN (free from the IRS) - Number first, then profile and submit - Review usually takes 1 to 2 weeks ### Local numbers Optional area-code numbers like (619) 555-0123. Submit your profile first. Pick a number whenever you want. One 10DLC registration covers all local numbers on your account. - **$10/mo** when you submit local registration - Profile first, number whenever - Review usually takes 1 to 3 business days - Sole proprietors without an EIN can use this path Already registered on one path? Adding the other reuses your saved profile. Toll-free verification and 10DLC registration are separate carrier reviews, not a full redo. Default path ## Toll-free setup in five steps Most teams finish the form in one sitting. Carrier review is the part that takes time. Step 1 ### Pick a toll-free number Every plan includes a toll-free number. Choose yours in Quick Send first. Instant Step 2 ### Complete your profile One form with your business details, messaging plans, and consent information. About 15 minutes Step 3 ### Submit verification We send your profile and number to the carriers in one verification request. Same day Step 4 ### Carrier review Carriers confirm your business identity and messaging use case. 1 to 2 weeks Step 5 ### Start sending Once verified, your toll-free number can send compliant texts at full volume. Instant after approval 1. Step 1 ### Pick a toll-free number Every plan includes a toll-free number. Choose yours in Quick Send first. Instant 2. Step 2 ### Complete your profile One form with your business details, messaging plans, and consent information. About 15 minutes 3. Step 3 ### Submit verification We send your profile and number to the carriers in one verification request. Same day 4. Step 4 ### Carrier review Carriers confirm your business identity and messaging use case. 1 to 2 weeks 5. Step 5 ### Start sending Once verified, your toll-free number can send compliant texts at full volume. Instant after approval **Typical timeline:** 1 to 2 weeks for toll-free verification. 1 to 3 business days for local (10DLC) registration. One form ## What you submit Whether you start toll-free or local, you complete the same registration profile in Settings → Compliance: - Business identity (EIN, legal name, address, website) - How you plan to use texting and sample messages - How customers opt in - Privacy policy and terms URLs You do not log into Telnyx or The Campaign Registry directly. Quick Send submits everything through our carrier partner. ### What Quick Send handles - Toll-free verification submissions - 10DLC brand and campaign registration for local numbers - Linking numbers after carrier approval - STOP and HELP keyword handling - Email updates when status changes After you submit ## Statuses at a glance Track progress from your dashboard or Settings → Compliance. We email you at each major change. Status What it means Draft You are filling out the form. Save anytime. Pending verification Sole proprietors: enter the SMS code sent to your phone. In review Carriers are reviewing your submission. No action needed. Approved You can send from verified numbers. Needs changes Update your profile and resubmit. Avoid delays ## Tips for a smooth approval ### Match your EIN exactly Your legal business name and EIN must match IRS records. Mismatches are the most common cause of delays. ### Use a live website A working website that matches your brand helps carriers verify your business faster. ### Write realistic sample messages Include opt-out language in promotional samples (for example, Reply STOP to unsubscribe). ### Describe opt-in clearly Explain where and how people consent to receive texts. Vague descriptions often get sent back for edits. Wait for approval before campaigns Each number must finish its carrier review before it can send campaigns. Quick Send blocks outbound sends from unverified numbers. See plan pricing and add-ons on the [pricing page](/pricing). ## Ready to get started? Create your account, pick a toll-free number, and complete your registration profile. [Start Free](/signup)[See Pricing](/pricing)