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title: What are SMS Message Templates?
description: "SMS Message Templates are predefined message formats that businesses register and use to send SMS to their customers. They ensure **consistency, compliance with TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) DLT rules**, and faster approval for large-scale SMS campaigns. ### More…"
url: "https://www.smsgatewaycenter.com/blog/kb/what-are-sms-message-templates/"
updated: "2025-08-25"
category: Bulk SMS / Message Templates
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# What are SMS Message Templates?

SMS Message Templates are predefined message formats that businesses register and use to send SMS to their customers. They ensure **consistency, compliance with TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) DLT rules**, and faster approval for large-scale SMS campaigns.

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