How to Create SMS Links: A Step-by-Step Guide for Mobile Messaging

How to Create SMS Links: A Step-by-Step Guide for Mobile Messaging

By Michael Thompson

January 24, 2025 at 03:00 PM

Mobile visitors can easily send you text messages by tapping an SMS link. Here's how to create one:

Creating an SMS Link

  1. Select the text you want to link
  2. Click the Link icon in the toolbar
  3. Choose "Phone" from the dropdown menu
  4. Select "SMS"
  5. Enter your phone number (format: 2055551234)
  6. For international numbers, add "+" and country code

Numbers Format Examples:

  • US/Canada: 2055551234
  • International: +442055551234

Where You Can Add SMS Links:

  • Text content
  • Navigation menus
  • Images
  • Button blocks
  • Cover page actions

Best Practices:

  • Use clear call-to-action text like "Text us" or "Send a message"
  • Include area code and country code if applicable
  • Remove spaces and special characters from phone numbers
  • Test the link on mobile devices before publishing

When clicked on a mobile device, these links automatically open the default messaging app with the recipient's number pre-filled, making it convenient for visitors to contact you.

Troubleshooting Tips:

  • Ensure phone numbers are properly formatted
  • Verify functionality across different mobile devices
  • Check that country codes are correctly entered
  • Test links in preview mode before publishing

The SMS link feature works best on mobile devices and may have limited functionality on desktop computers.

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