SMS Marketing for Franchise Communications

Use two-way SMS to align franchisees, share updates, and streamline communication with automated messaging campaigns.

Built for Franchise Communications

  • Send announcements, compliance reminders, and promotional updates directly from corporate or regional numbers

  • Automate recurring communications for reporting deadlines, training reminders, and marketing rollouts

  • Segment by franchise location, region, or role to deliver the right information to the right teams

  • Connect CRM, HR, or management systems so franchise operations and communications stay in sync

Launch SMS That Franchisees Actually Read

Franchise operations depend on consistent communication. SMS ensures updates and reminders are delivered instantly, improving compliance and coordination across locations.

98%

of texts are read immediately

95%

of texts are read within 3 minutes

SMS drives higher engagement rates than email or intranet announcements

Everything You Need to Scale SMS

Campaigns and Keywords

Grow opt-ins during onboarding or training. Use keywords to organize communication by location, region, or department, and track responses to measure engagement.

Reminders and After-Hours Auto-Replies

Send reminders for reporting deadlines, promotions, or training sessions. After-hours auto-replies confirm receipt of messages and provide next steps until staff respond.

Mobile App, Reporting, and Integrations

Franchise leaders never miss a message with the mobile app. Track acknowledgments, participation, and feedback, and sync seamlessly with CRM or management systems.

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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 Better Communication and Stronger Franchise Operations

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Franchise Communications

How can SMS help with franchise communications?
You can send updates, compliance reminders, and promotional announcements to franchisees instantly, ensuring alignment across locations.
How quickly do franchisees engage with SMS updates? +
Most texts are read within minutes, making SMS a reliable tool for time-sensitive communication and corporate initiatives.
Can we use our existing franchise numbers? +
Yes. You can text-enable both corporate and regional numbers so franchisees recognize and trust the sender.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
Auto-replies confirm receipt of franchisee messages outside business hours and provide basic guidance or escalation contacts until staff respond.
Can we segment franchise communications and track results? +
Yes. Segment by region, franchise location, or role. Track acknowledgments, responses, and campaign ROI.
Does this integrate with CRM or management systems? +
Textellent integrates with CRMs, HR tools, and franchise management systems so data, updates, and communication stay aligned.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Franchisees opt in during onboarding or corporate setup. Each SMS includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP requests are processed automatically for compliance.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Franchises can start with a 14-day free trial to test corporate communications, updates, and workflows before upgrading.