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Getting Started

Get started with WSMS (formerly WP SMS) by following step-by-step guidance to install, configure, and send SMS from WordPress.

WSMS is the most comprehensive SMS plugin for WordPress, supporting 300+ gateways worldwide. This guide will help you get up and running in minutes.

What Can You Do with WSMS?

  • Send SMS notifications for user registrations, comments, and posts
  • WooCommerce integration for order updates, shipping notifications, and OTP verification
  • Two-factor authentication to secure WordPress and WooCommerce logins
  • Collect subscribers via forms, widgets, and shortcodes
  • Send bulk SMS to users, subscribers, or custom phone lists
  • Connect to 300+ gateways including Twilio, Nexmo, Plivo, and local providers

Quick Start (3 Steps)

Step 1: Install the Plugin

  1. Go to Plugins → Add New in WordPress admin
  2. Search for “WSMS”
  3. Click Install Now, then Activate

See Installation for more methods.

Step 2: Configure Your Gateway

  1. Go to SMS → Settings → Gateway
  2. Select your SMS gateway provider
  3. Enter your API credentials
  4. Set your Sender ID
  5. Click Save Changes

See Gateway Configuration for detailed setup.

Step 3: Send a Test Message

  1. Go to SMS → Send SMS
  2. Enter a phone number
  3. Type a message
  4. Click Send

If successful, your setup is complete!

Next Steps

Based on your needs, explore these features:

For Notifications

For WooCommerce

For Subscribers

For Security

For Developers

Premium Add-Ons

Unlock advanced features with our add-ons:

  • WSMS Pro - 2FA, login with SMS, advanced notifications
  • WooCommerce Pro - Checkout verification, SMS password reset
  • Two-Way SMS - Receive and respond to incoming messages

See Install Add-Ons and License Activation to get started.

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Last updated: December 28, 2025