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by gravypod 3487 days ago
I don't know if everyone knows this but you can make texts using email.

Most providers have SMTP gateways for SMS services. Verizon runs @vtext.com

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Just keep in mind that these aren't incredibly reliable across the board. Others have very low or arbitrary autoban or blacklist policies. I eventually caved and paid Twilio to hassle with SMS logistics for me, rather than deal with the weirdness.
I did this for non-critical ops, it's just a foward to my phone's email address, really simple. The problem is that not every company is reliable or even has that email