Word-Of-Mouth Referral Text Messaging Software

Achieve more referrals by turning every happy customer into a texting advocate. Textellent streamlines referral requests, automates timed follow-ups, and tracks results so your word-of-mouth campaigns stay organized, consistent, and easy to scale.

Unlock Organic Growth With Referral Texts

Your customers are your best marketers. Referral texts turn satisfied clients into active promoters who bring qualified leads straight to your business through personal recommendations.

98% of texts get read within minutes, making referrals instant and actionable. Replies arrive 10x faster than email, while 75% of consumers trust recommendations from people they know more than any advertisement.

Automate referral requests at the perfect moment after positive interactions. Track which customers send the most referrals and reward them accordingly. Every shared message creates authentic connections that convert because they come from trusted sources, not cold outreach.

Turn Customer Conversations Into Referral Revenue

Transform everyday customer chats into a steady stream of referral revenue using focused text messaging that feels natural, not pushy. Referral links are shared conversationally, so friends hear about your brand in a familiar channel they already trust. Your business gains warmer leads, higher conversion rates, and a repeatable system for scaling word of mouth without adding extra manual outreach.

98%

of texts are read immediately

70%

of consumers want to text businesses

40%

of consumers said they have tried to text a business

Transform Referral Chats Into Scalable Text Growth

Accelerate customer acquisition by turning casual conversations into powerful referral engines through intelligent text messaging. When happy clients share your business via SMS, their networks respond immediately because the recommendation arrives through a trusted, personal channel. Build momentum with automated workflows that prompt referrals at optimal moments, creating a self-sustaining growth loop that brings in qualified prospects without cold calling or paid advertising.

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Everything You Need to Text at Scale

  • Textellent Messenger

    The Textellent Messenger is a Chrome extension that lets your team text inside the apps you already use—no code, no tab-switching. View full conversation history, reuse approved templates and media, and keep replies organized in a shared inbox.

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  • Integrate SMS

    Textellent integrates with 800+ apps—CRMs, schedulers, forms, and payment platforms—so data flows in and texts go out at the perfect moment. Map fields once, tag contacts consistently, and keep systems in sync.

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  • Automations

    Turn common events into automatic SMS touchpoints: new leads, appointments, payments, status changes, and more. Build simple, rules-based flows that send the right text and follow-ups without manual work.

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  • Franchisor Module

    The Franchisor Module gives franchisors clear visibility across locations while empowering franchisees to execute consistent, on-brand texting that drives growth. Scale what works and spot where support is needed—fast.

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  • AI Rewriter & Translate

    Instantly polish your texts and translate them into different languages, making communication faster and more accessible.

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  • Mobile App

    Keep conversations moving on the go. The Textellent Mobile app brings your shared inbox to iOS & Android with real-time push notifications, quick-reply templates and media, conversation assignment, and full sync to your CRM—so nothing slips through when you’re away from your desk.

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Turn Texts Into Advocacy and More Leads

FAQs About Word-of-mouth Referral Text Messaging Software

How can word of mouth referrals grow through text messaging?
Transform satisfied customers into active promoters by making it simple to share your business. Textellent lets you send referral links, discount codes, and shareable content directly to customers who are most likely to recommend you.
What makes texting effective for referral programs? +
Messages get opened within minutes, creating instant opportunities for customers to act on their enthusiasm. Your referral requests reach people when they're already thinking about your service, dramatically increasing participation rates compared to email campaigns.
Can we track which customers generate the most referrals? +
Absolutely. Textellent monitors every referral link, tracks conversions, and identifies your top advocates automatically. You'll see exactly who's driving new business and can reward them with personalized thank you messages or exclusive perks.
How do we encourage customers to refer without being pushy? +
Timing and personalization make all the difference in referral requests. Send messages after positive interactions, include simple one-tap sharing options, and offer mutual benefits that make referring feel natural rather than forced.
Can referral campaigns run automatically? +
Yes. Set up triggers that send referral invitations after purchases, positive reviews, or milestone events. Textellent handles the entire sequence, from initial request to reminder messages, keeping your referral pipeline full without constant manual work.
Does the platform support different referral incentives? +
Completely. Customize rewards for both referrers and new customers, from percentage discounts to dollar amounts or special access. Textellent tracks redemptions and makes sure every participant receives their earned benefits seamlessly.