SMSFoundry – Turn your Android phone into a programmable SMS gateway

Summary: SMSFoundry enables sending business SMS through your own Android phone and SIM card using a REST API, eliminating per-message fees by leveraging unlimited texts from your phone plan. It supports delivery tracking, templates, webhooks, and multi-device connections, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional SMS providers.

What it does

SMSFoundry connects an Android phone via an app and QR code pairing to send SMS through a REST API or web dashboard. It offers key-based authentication, real-time delivery status, template variables, webhook reports, contact management, and bulk sending.

Who it's for

Developers and businesses needing to send transactional SMS without relying on third-party providers or DLT registration, especially those with unlimited SMS plans on Android phones.

Why it matters

It removes per-message SMS fees and bypasses regulatory hurdles by using your own phone and SIM, reducing costs and simplifying SMS delivery worldwide.