Overview
Cequens offers SMPP (Short Message Peer-to-Peer Protocol) connections to clients who require direct, high-throughput messaging—ideal for aggregators, enterprises, or applications with large-scale transactional or promotional traffic needs.
What is an SMPP Connection?
SMPP is an industry-standard protocol used to send and receive SMS messages between External Short Messaging Entities (ESMEs) and Short Message Service Centers (SMSCs). It allows for:
High-speed message delivery
Binary message support (e.g. emojis, flash SMS, etc.)
Real-time delivery acknowledgments (DLRs)
Who Can Request an SMPP Connection?
Clients with an active Cequens account
Approved use cases (e.g. bulk marketing, 2FA, OTP delivery)
Regulatory-compliant message routing and sender ID setup
How to Get Your SMPP Credentials
Request Access:
Reach out to your Account Manager or the Cequens Customer Success team to request an SMPP test or live connection.Account Verification & Approval:
Our team will validate your account, traffic profile, and expected use case before provisioning.Receive Account Information File:
Once approved, you will receive an “Account Information” file from the Customer Onboarding team, which includes:SMPP Gateway Host & Port
System ID (Username)
Password
Bind Type (Transmitter/Receiver/Transceiver)
TON/NPI configuration
Delivery report format
Sender ID policy (dynamic/static)
TPS cap
Example Connection Details
| Parameter | Example |
|---|---|
| Host | smpp.cequens.com |
| Port | 2775 |
| System ID | your_company_username |
| Password | ******** |
| Bind Type | transceiver |
Security and Access Control
IP Whitelisting is mandatory. Ensure that your server IP is provided during setup.
Only whitelisted IPs can bind to the Cequens SMPP server.
Ensure you comply with traffic filtering and content guidelines per local regulations.