SMS Rules for France
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Sender ID Restrictions
| Alphanumeric Sender ID | Supported |
|---|---|
| Foreign Numeric Sender ID | Not Supported |
| Local Numeric Sender ID | Supported |
| Generic Sender ID Prohibited | Yes |
| Sender ID May Be Modified | No |
| Virtual Number Required | No |
| Marketing Requires Opt-in | Yes |
| P2P Prohibited | Yes |
| Handset DLR Unavailable | No |
Delivery Window
| Delivery Window | 08:00:00 - 20:00:00 |
|---|---|
| Notes | Marketing SMS forbidden 20:00-08:00, Sundays and public holidays (French law L.34-5). |
Notes
France requires opt-in for all commercial SMS. Foreign numeric sender IDs are blocked by most operators. Generic sender IDs (INFO, SMS, etc.) are prohibited.