SMS Marketing for Lead Generation

Use two-way SMS to capture, qualify, and nurture leads faster with automated campaigns that drive responses and conversions.

Built for Lead Generation

  • Send instant responses to inbound leads from forms, ads, or calls using your business number

  • Automate follow-ups, drip campaigns, and appointment scheduling to keep leads engaged

  • Segment by lead source, industry, or buying stage to deliver relevant messages

  • Connect CRM, marketing automation, and sales tools so leads and conversations stay in sync

Launch SMS That Prospects Actually Read

Leads grow cold quickly. SMS ensures instant replies, reminders, and offers are delivered within minutes, helping sales teams increase conversions and shorten the sales cycle.

95%

of texts are read within 3 minutes

40%

of consumers said they have tried to text a business

70%

of consumers want to text businesses

Everything You Need to Scale SMS

Campaigns and Keywords

Grow opt-in lists with QR codes, digital ads, and landing pages. Use keywords to capture leads from campaigns, then send promos, follow-ups, and nurture sequences while tracking engagement.

Reminders and After-Hours Auto-Replies

Send reminders for demos, discovery calls, or consultations to reduce missed appointments. After-hours auto-replies confirm receipt, request details, and set expectations for follow-up.

Mobile App, Reporting, and Integrations

Sales teams never miss a lead message with the mobile app. Track responses, demo confirmations, and conversion metrics, and sync with your CRM or marketing automation platform.

Read Our Blog

What Is an SMS Campaign? A Guide to Effective Messaging

What Is an SMS Campaign? A Guide to Effective Messaging

What is an SMS campaign? Learn what makes SMS campaigns effective. Discover how Textellent can help you create…

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Must-Have Bulk SMS Features for Personalized Mass Outreach

Must-Have Bulk SMS Features for Personalized Mass Outreach

Explore must-have bulk SMS features and learn how to set up bulk SMS messaging for your business. Discover…

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How to Use B2B SMS Marketing for Effective Lead Generation

How to Use B2B SMS Marketing for Effective Lead Generation

Learn how to effectively carry out B2B SMS marketing and help your business communicate more efficiently through text…

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READ

OUR BLOG

Marketing colleagues creating an SMS campaign

What Is an SMS Campaign? A Guide to Effective Messaging

What is an SMS campaign? Learn what makes SMS campaigns effective. Discover how Textellent can help you create data-driven SMS campaigns.
Businesswoman sending bulk SMS

Must-Have Bulk SMS Features for Personalized Mass Outreach

Explore must-have bulk SMS features and learn how to set up bulk SMS messaging for your business. Discover how Textellent can help.
woman sending a message

How to Use B2B SMS Marketing for Effective Lead Generation

Learn how to effectively carry out B2B SMS marketing and help your business communicate more efficiently through text messaging.

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 Conversations and Qualified Leads

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Lead Generation

How can SMS help with lead generation?
You can capture leads instantly from ads, landing pages, or forms, send quick follow-ups, qualify prospects with automated questions, and book appointments directly through SMS.
How fast do prospects respond to SMS? +
Most texts are read within minutes, giving sales teams the ability to engage leads while interest is highest.
Can we use our existing business number? +
Yes. You can text-enable your main line so prospects can reply to the same number they might already call. Messages can be routed to sales or support automatically.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
Auto-replies instantly acknowledge inquiries that come in outside working hours, gather lead details like name and interest, and set clear expectations for response times.
Can we segment leads and track results? +
Yes. Segment leads by source, campaign, or funnel stage. Track replies, demo bookings, and conversion rates to measure ROI.
Does this integrate with CRM and marketing tools? +
Textellent integrates with CRMs and marketing automation platforms so leads, activities, and communication history stay updated in one system.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Prospects opt in via ads, forms, or keywords. Each message includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP commands are processed automatically for compliance.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Businesses can start with a 14-day free trial to test lead generation workflows, campaigns, and automated replies before upgrading.