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SMS Packages - Pricing information and Order Form

SMS Packages in ChurchDesk: Pricing, Ordering, and Balance Information

With ChurchDesk, you can easily send SMS messages to your contacts or users – for example, for last-minute updates, reminders, or event announcements. To do this, you need to have an active SMS balance.

As a new ChurchDesk customer, you automatically receive 100 free SMS.

In this article, you will learn:

How to check your current SMS balance
Available SMS packages and how much they cost
How to order a new package
What happens when your balance runs low

Checking your current SMS balance

You can view your remaining balance directly in the ChurchDesk settings:

ChurchDesk Settings > People

At the top left of the info box, you will see the number of SMS still available.

When your balance is running low, an orange warning banner will appear automatically. Once the balance is used up, SMS sending is automatically stopped. No additional costs will be incurred.

SMS Package Prices

Prices in GBP respectively US Dollars:

1000 SMS - 0% discount - £/$ 60
2000 SMS - 5% discount - £/$ 114
5000 SMS - 10% discount - £/$ 270
10.000 SMS - 15% discount - £/$ 510

Unused SMS do not expire and can be used indefinitely.

Ordering an SMS package

To order a new package, simply follow this link:

👉 Order an SMS package

Once you’ve submitted the form, the SMS package is usually added to your ChurchDesk account within 1–2 business days. You’ll receive an invoice from our team at the billing address we have on file.

Message length and SMS usage

One SMS consists of up to 160 characters.
Longer messages are automatically split into multiple SMS.
A counter will show how many SMS your message requires as you type.
Example: If your message is 2 SMS long and you send it to 50 recipients, 100 SMS will be deducted from your balance.

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Updated on: 04/08/2025

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