SMS Marketing for Sweepstakes

Use two-way SMS to run sweepstakes, collect entries, and keep participants engaged with automated reminders and updates.

Built for Sweepstakes

  • Send entry confirmations, rules, and prize details directly from your business number

  • Automate follow-ups with drawing reminders, winner announcements, and thank-you messages

  • Segment by participant group, location, or campaign to deliver targeted promotions

  • Connect CRM, POS, or marketing systems so sweepstakes data and communication stay aligned

Launch SMS That Participants Actually Read

Sweepstakes rely on excitement and quick communication. SMS ensures entries, updates, and results are delivered instantly, driving higher engagement and participation.

98%

of texts are read immediately

95%

of texts are read within 3 minutes

SMS drives higher engagement than email for time-sensitive campaigns

Everything You Need to Scale SMS

Campaigns and Keywords

Build opt-ins with QR codes, sign-ups, or event promotions. Use keywords for different sweepstakes and send confirmations, updates, and offers while tracking responses.

Reminders and After-Hours Auto-Replies

Send reminders about entry deadlines, upcoming drawings, or prize claim instructions. After-hours auto-replies confirm entries and share rules or links for more information.

Mobile App, Reporting, and Integrations

Marketers never miss a participant's question with the mobile app. Track entries, replies, and winner confirmations, and sync seamlessly with CRM or marketing 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 More Entries and Excited Participants

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Sweepstakes

How can SMS help with sweepstakes?
You can collect entries, send reminders, announce winners, and share follow-up offers to keep participants engaged.
How quickly do participants see SMS updates? +
Most texts are read within minutes, ensuring participants never miss deadlines, results, or prize claim instructions.
Can we use our existing business number? +
Yes. You can text-enable your current number so sweepstakes messages come from a trusted source participants recognize.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
Auto-replies confirm new entries after hours, provide campaign details, and set expectations for prize notifications.
Can we segment sweepstakes campaigns and track results? +
Yes. Segment by location, campaign type, or participant group. Track entries, confirmations, and ROI to measure performance.
Does this integrate with CRM or marketing platforms? +
Textellent integrates with CRMs, POS, and marketing systems to sync participant data, promotions, and communication automatically.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Participants opt in during entry, sign-ups, or campaigns. Each SMS includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP requests are processed automatically for compliance.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Businesses can start with a 14-day free trial to test sweepstakes campaigns, reminders, and workflows before upgrading.