Text Messaging FAQ

Welcome to the Alaska Wireless Communications, LLC Text Messaging Information Center.  Below you will find answers to many of your questions regarding Text Messaging.  If you are unable to find an answer to your question please Contact Us and a customer service representative will help you with your question.

What is Text messaging? Text Messaging is the ability to send & receive short messages (also called SMS) on your phone.

What is the pricing for Text Messaging?  Whether you are sending a Text Message across the street, or around the world all outgoing Text Messages are billed at the same low rate of $0.10 each, and all incoming Text Messages are free of charge. 

How long can Text Messages be?  Text messages can be a maximum of 160 characters, with some restrictions.

How do I setup my phone to send & receive Text Messages?  To setup your phone for Text Messaging go to our SMS Phone Setup page and follow the instructions for your model phone.

Who can I send a Text Message?  You can send a Text Message to almost any other wireless phone in the United States by addressing the message to their 10 digit wireless number.  Additionally you can send Text Messages all over the world to anyone whose wireless network and phone support Inter-Carrier Text Messaging.  For more information on how to send international Text Messages check out Text Messaging Options.

How do I send a Text Message?  There are several option for sending a text message, for detailed explanations check out our Text Messaging Options.

Can I send e-mail messages using my wireless phone?  Yes, you can send short messages to any e-mail account in the world.  For more information visit our Text Messaging Options.

Can I receive e-mail messages using my wireless phone?  Yes, anyone can send you a short message from an Outlook E-mail  application.  For more information visit our Text Messaging Options.