Pausing Your SMS Campaign
TL;DR:
- You can pause campaigns to fix errors before they send
- Find the pause button in your scheduled campaigns section
- Make changes to your message or timing while paused
- Always check your content before resuming the campaign
- Most platforms let you reschedule for a different time
Pausing a scheduled SMS campaign comes in handy when you spot a last-minute error or need to update your message because of unexpected changes.
Here's how to do it across most messaging platforms:
Find Your Campaign
Head to the 'scheduled campaigns' section in your messaging dashboard. This is where all your queued messages live before they go out.
Hit the Pause Button
Look for a 'pause' or 'stop' button next to your campaign. Click it to halt the sending process immediately.
Make Your Changes
While paused, you can edit your message content, adjust the send time, or modify your recipient list. Take your time here.
Resume or Reschedule
Once you're happy with the changes, you can either resume the campaign to send immediately or reschedule it for a different time.
Before You Resume
Double-check your message content and audience list. Make sure nothing's outdated or incorrect before you let it loose.
FAQs
Can I pause campaigns on all messaging platforms?
Most modern SMS platforms include pause functionality, but the exact location varies. Check your platform's help documentation if you can't find it.
Is there a limit to pausing and rescheduling?
This depends on your platform. Some allow unlimited pauses, others might restrict it. Check your platform's specific rules.
What happens to recipients if I pause right before sending?
Nothing. Recipients won't know you paused anything. They'll just receive the message when you resume or reschedule.
Jargon Buster
Scheduled SMS Campaign – Text messages you've prepared to send automatically at a future date and time
Pause – Temporarily stopping a campaign from sending out
Reschedule – Setting a new send date and time for a paused campaign
Wrap-up
The pause feature exists to give you control over your messaging. Whether you've spotted a typo, need to update pricing, or external events have made your message less relevant, pausing lets you fix things before they reach your audience.
Most platforms make this straightforward, but if you're struggling to find the pause option, check the help section or contact support.
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