SMS Marketing for Membership Renewals

Use two-way SMS to remind members about upcoming renewals, reduce churn, and strengthen loyalty with automated renewal campaigns.

Built for Membership Renewals

  • Send reminders for upcoming membership expirations directly from your business number

  • Automate notifications for expiring plans, payment confirmations, and renewal thank-you notes

  • Segment by membership type, renewal date, or engagement level to deliver personalized messages

  • Connect CRM, POS, or membership systems so renewals and communications stay in sync

Launch SMS That Members Actually Read

Missed renewals can lead to lost engagement and revenue. SMS ensures reminders are delivered instantly, making it easier for members to renew on time and continue their benefits.

98%

of texts are read immediately

95%

of texts are read within 3 minutes

SMS reminders reduce churn compared to email-only campaigns

Everything You Need to Scale SMS

Campaigns and Keywords

Collect opt-ins during sign-ups, events, or online registrations. Use keywords to track membership types and send tailored renewal reminders.

Reminders and After-Hours Auto-Replies

Send automated reminders for expiring memberships, grace periods, and confirmations. After-hours auto-replies acknowledge renewal requests and share payment instructions.

Mobile App, Reporting, and Integrations

Staff never miss a renewal inquiry with the mobile app. Track reminders, confirmations, and renewals, and sync seamlessly with CRM or membership platforms.

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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 Renewed Memberships and Stronger Loyalty

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Membership Renewals

How can SMS help with membership renewals?
You can notify members of upcoming expirations, send reminders, confirm payments, and thank them for renewing.
How quickly do members respond to SMS renewal reminders? +
Most texts are read within minutes, making SMS one of the most effective ways to secure on-time renewals.
Can we use our existing business number? +
Yes. You can text-enable your existing number so renewal reminders come from a trusted and familiar line.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
Auto-replies confirm receipt of renewal requests after hours, share instructions, and set expectations for follow-up.
Can we segment membership campaigns and track results? +
Yes. Segment by membership type, renewal date, or engagement level. Track responses, conversions, and retention rates.
Does this integrate with CRM or membership systems? +
Textellent integrates with CRMs, POS, and membership management platforms to sync renewals, member data, and communication automatically.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Members opt in during registration or sign-up. Each SMS includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP requests are processed automatically for compliance.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Organizations can start with a 14-day free trial to test membership renewal reminders and workflows before upgrading.