Proudly Associated with IMImobile Since 2010-Delivering Powerful & Seamless Messaging Solutions Across India (Catalyst Partner – Textlocal India)
Proudly Associated with IMImobile Since 2010-Delivering Powerful & Seamless Messaging Solutions Across India (Catalyst Partner – Textlocal India)
With Textlocal shutting down operations in India, Arihant Global offers the most reliable migration path with enhanced features that outperform SimpleTexting, TextMagic, and other alternatives. Our secure, scalable SMS gateway ensures zero business disruption.
Trusted by 10,000+ businesses including former Textlocal users across India
With Textlocal closing operations in India, finding the right alternative is crucial for uninterrupted business communications. We’ve analyzed the top SMS providers to help you make an informed decision.
Textlocal has officially announced the closure of its India operations, affecting thousands of businesses that rely on its SMS services for customer communications, authentication, and marketing. This shutdown necessitates an urgent transition to alternative providers to maintain business continuity.
Finding the right replacement involves evaluating factors beyond just cost—delivery speed, reliability, compliance handling, and support quality are equally critical. This guide examines the top 5 alternatives to help you select the provider that best matches your business requirements.
Pricing: ₹0.25-0.38/SMS depending on message type
Best For: Financial institutions, government bodies, healthcare providers, and large enterprises seeking a reliable and secure bulk SMS communication platform.
Pricing: ₹0.25-0.38/SMS depending on message type
Best For: Educational institutions, and retail businesses looking for an easy-to-use platform with strong analytics and multichannel engagement.
| Feature | 2Factor.in | MSG91 | Gupshup | Kaleyra | Fast2SMS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OTP Delivery Speed | 1-3 seconds | 3-7 seconds | 5-10 seconds | 4-8 seconds | 7-15 seconds |
| Pricing (per SMS) | ₹0.18-0.30 | ₹0.25-0.35 | ₹0.28-0.40 | ₹0.30-0.45 | ₹0.25-0.38 |
| DLT Compliance | Full management | Partial support | Self-service | Guided support | Basic support |
| API Reliability | 99.9% uptime | 99.5% uptime | 99.1% uptime | 99.5% uptime | 98.0% uptime |
| WhatsApp Integration | Full API | Full API | Full API | Basic API | Not available |
| Customer Support | 24/7 (15min response) | Business hours | 24/5 | 24/7 (enterprise) | Email only |
Our specialized migration team has helped over 430 businesses transition from Textlocal with zero service disruption. We handle the entire process including template migration, entity registration, and API adjustments.
Our direct connections to Indian telecom operators ensure 40-60% faster message delivery compared to international providers. This is critical for time-sensitive OTPs and transaction alerts.
Unlike other alternatives that offer limited support, we handle the entire DLT compliance process including entity registration, content template approval, and consent management—crucial for any business sending SMS in India.
Our India-based technical team is available round-the-clock with an average response time of 15 minutes. This ensures any issues are resolved quickly without timezone delays that affect global providers.
While all five providers offer viable alternatives to Textlocal, Arihant Global stands out for its comprehensive migration support, superior delivery infrastructure, complete DLT compliance management, and responsive customer service. These advantages make it the ideal choice for businesses prioritizing reliability and performance for their SMS communications.
With Textlocal’s services shutting down, acting quickly to migrate your SMS communications is essential. The right provider will not only ensure business continuity but can potentially enhance your messaging capabilities with improved delivery rates and advanced features.
Arihant Global : With over 11+ years of experience in the mobility and telecom industry, we have been a trusted/outsourced partner for 2,000+ clients, delivering cutting-edge communication solutions with a proven track record and robust infrastructure ensuring high delivery rates & security.
