SMS Channel

Add an SMS button so visitors can send you a text message directly.

How to get there: Go to Setup → Widget in the top menu → click your widget → click Add Channel and select SMS.

Setup

  1. Open your widget editor
  2. Click Add Channel
  3. Select SMS
  4. Enter your phone number (with country code)
  5. Save

Options

Pre-filled Message

Set a default message that appears in the SMS:

"Hi, I'm contacting you from your website..."

Customers can edit before sending.

Display as QR Code

Show a scannable QR code - great for desktop visitors.

Open in New Window

Opens the SMS app in a new window (where supported).

Business Hours

  • Hide when out of office - Only show during business hours
  • Show only when out of office - Use as alternative contact

Tracking

  • Custom conversion event - Track clicks in analytics
  • Redirect after contact - Send to thank you page

Custom Trigger

Add an SMS button anywhere:

<a class="boei-embed-open" data-channel="your-channel-key">Text Us</a>

Tips

  • SMS works best on mobile devices
  • Pre-fill a message to give context
  • Consider SMS costs in your region
  • Works great for quick questions