Surge

The SMS API that actually cares about Developers

Try out our API in seconds and get registered with carriers in hours, not weeks. We provide an easier API, easier registration, easier pricing, and an easier dashboard. What's not to love?

curl -X POST https://api.surge.app/accounts/acct_01jn0dw93aekpa64wvx8gc2h4f/messages \
  -H 'Authorization: Bearer sk_demo_yilfwvpqluoap34szy67hetxagkugrtcxryn7cmcko62cginotcwdgql' \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
  --data '{
  "attachments": [{
    "url": "https://toretto.family/coronas.gif"
  }],
  "body": "Thought you could leave without saying goodbye?",
  "conversation": {
    "contact": {
      "first_name": "Dominic",
      "last_name": "Toretto",
      "phone_number": "+18015551234"
    }
  }
}'

Why Surge?

We've built the SMS API we wanted to use, focused on creating the best developer experience. And if you give us a try, we're sure you'll agree.

Fast Carrier Registration
Get registered with mobile carriers in 72 hours or less, while competitors can take weeks.
Developer-Friendly API
Our API is designed to be intuitive and easy to work with, making integration a breeze.
Embeddable UI Components
Add text messaging to your application with our ready-to-use UI components.
Registration Templates
Easily register multiple phone numbers with our pre-built templates, reducing your workload.
No-Code Message Blasts
Send message blasts to your customers without writing a single line of code.
Link Shortening
Automatically shorten links to improve deliverability and track open rates.
Industry-leading speed

Carrier registration in 72 hours or less

While our competitors can take weeks to register new customers with the mobile carriers, Surge can get you approved in just 24-48 hours, and we guarantee a response within 72 hours. We've streamlined the process for everyone, and especially for companies registering numbers for multiple customers.

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Competitor
Surge
Learning about registration
0 hours
Registering
2 hours
Waiting
3 hours
Rejected
14 days
t+0 hours
Learning about registration
0 hours
Registering
1 hour
Waiting
2 hours
Approved
36 hours
Developer experience

Intuitive APIs

Our API is designed to be intuitive and straightforward. We're not just thinking about sending messages from one phone number to another, but from a business to a person. SMS is just the first step. RCS, Whatsapp, and other channels coming soon.

curl -X POST https://api.surge.app/accounts/acct_01jn0dw93aekpa64wvx8gc2h4f/messages \
  -H 'Authorization: Bearer sk_demo_yilfwvpqluoap34szy67hetxagkugrtcxryn7cmcko62cginotcwdgql' \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
  --data '{
  "attachments": [{
    "url": "https://toretto.family/coronas.gif"
  }],
  "body": "Thought you could leave without saying goodbye?",
  "conversation": {
    "contact": {
      "first_name": "Dominic",
      "last_name": "Toretto",
      "phone_number": "+18015551234"
    }
  }
}'
Pricing

Simple, predictable pricing

Our plans are designed to scale with your business. Whether you're builing a hobby project in your free time or supporting messaging for thousands of customers, we have something for you.

Hobby

The essentials to add texting features to your project.

$5 /month

Subscribe
  • Includes 1 toll-free number
  • $2 credit toward usage
  • Best effort support

Starter

Most Popular

The essentials to add texting to your company's project.

$20 /month

Subscribe
  • Up to 3 phone numbers
  • Toll free or local numbers
  • $20 credit toward usage
  • 72-hour support response time

Growth

A plan that scales with your business.

$100 /month

Subscribe
  • Up to 15 phone numbers
  • Toll free or local numbers
  • $100 credit toward usage
  • 24-hour support response time

Custom

Let's create a plan that fits your unique needs.

$200+ /month

Contact us
  • Unlimited phone numbers
  • Toll free, local, and short codes
  • 1-hour, dedicated support response time
  • SAML SSO
  • HIPAA compliance

Ready to add SMS to your application?

Get started today and send your first message in minutes.