Web form autorespond with sms

Question

Hi,

I have been asked to design a website for a client but one of the requirements is that there is a form which includes such things as name, email, dob and mobile number once the user submits the form a sms is automatically sent to the users mobile almost like a autoresponder.

I'm not a programmer but can use php what is the best way to achieve this?

Many Thanks in advance

Craig

Answer 1

This can be done using an external SMS gateway which will not be free, but also not awfully expensive.

However, you say you are not a programmer. For this to be built well and most important of all, safely, it might be a good idea to use the services of one.

If you want to do it yourself, consider using a pre-paid plan with the SMS provider of your choice so you can't be ruined by a bot flooding your form with thousands of requests.