Professional Email to Text Service
Send SMS messages directly from Gmail, Outlook, or any email client. The reliable, 10DLC-compliant replacement for discontinued carrier email-to-text gateways.
Product screenshot: TextBolt delivery dashboard
What Is an Email to Text Service?
An email to text service lets you send text messages to any mobile phone directly from your email inbox. Instead of typing messages on a phone or learning a new platform, you compose an email, address it to a TextBolt gateway address, and it arrives on the recipient’s phone as a standard SMS.
With major carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile having shut down their free email-to-text gateways, businesses now need a professional email SMS service that delivers reliably and meets 10DLC compliance requirements. TextBolt handles all of this from the email client your team already uses.
Hi Sarah! 👋
Just a friendly reminder about your appointment tomorrow at 2 PM with Dr. Johnson.
Please reply CONFIRM if you’ll be there.
– The Team
Why Choose TextBolt’s Email to Text Service?
Superior delivery rates, enterprise compliance, and zero learning curve
Up to 98% Delivery Rate*
Advanced routing and 10DLC compliance ensures your messages reach recipients reliably. Higher delivery than carrier gateways.
Any Email Client
Works with Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, Yahoo, and any SMTP client. No new software to install or learn.
10DLC Compliant
Business verification, brand registration, and campaign approval included. Full carrier compliance handled for you.
30-Minute Setup
Simple configuration process. Start sending text messages within 30 minutes of signup. No IT overhead required.
Up to 10 Team Users
Standard and Professional plans include up to 10 team members at no extra per-user fee.
Two-Way Messaging
Recipients reply to your texts and you receive them as emails. Full conversation support in your inbox.
How to Send a Text Message from Email
Three steps. No new software. Just your inbox.
Compose Your Email
Write your message in Gmail, Outlook, or any email client. Add recipient phone numbers or use your contact lists.
Send to TextBolt
Send your email to TextBolt’s gateway address. We convert it to SMS and handle compliance automatically.
Message Delivered
Recipients receive your text instantly. Replies come back to your email inbox as regular emails.
Works With Every Email Client
No new apps. No new dashboards. Just your inbox.
Carrier Email-to-Text Gateways Have Shut Down
AT&T discontinued its email-to-text gateway in June 2025. Verizon followed in August, with T-Mobile shutting down tmomail.net soon after. If your business relied on free carrier gateways like number@txt.att.net, those addresses no longer work. TextBolt is the professional replacement with better delivery and full compliance.
Message to 5551234567@txt.att.net
Bounce: Address no longer active. Gateway discontinued June 2025.
Message to 5559876543@vtext.com
Bounce: Delivery failed. Service permanently discontinued.
Message to 5551234567@sms.textbolt.com
Delivered successfully via 10DLC-compliant route.
Reply received from 555-987-6543
Two-way reply delivered to your email inbox.
Why the Migration Is Worth It, at a Glance
Free carrier gateways were unreliable and untracked. TextBolt replaces them with a professional-grade service that includes delivery confirmation, two-way messaging, team access, and full 10DLC compliance — all from the same email client you already use.
| Feature | Carrier Gateways | TextBolt |
|---|---|---|
| Service Status | Discontinued | Active |
| Delivery Rate | Unreliable (no tracking) | Up to 98%* |
| 10DLC Compliance | Not supported | Included |
| Two-Way Messaging | Limited / None | Full support |
| Team Access | Not available | Up to 10 users |
| Message Tracking | None | Full dashboard |
| Cost | Free (now defunct) | From $29/mo |
Popular Use Cases
Businesses across industries use TextBolt’s email to text service every day
Appointment Reminders
Reduce no-shows by sending automated appointment reminders via email to text.
IT System Alerts
Trigger SMS notifications from server monitoring, CRM, or ticketing systems via email.
Customer Notifications
Order confirmations, shipping updates, and service alerts sent from your support inbox.
Internal Team Updates
Broadcast urgent messages to field staff, remote teams, or on-call personnel from email.
School Notifications
Send attendance alerts, event reminders, and emergency notices to parents via text.
Healthcare Messaging
Patient reminders, prescription alerts, and follow-up messages from your practice email.
Your Team Already Knows How to Send Email
Skip the new dashboard. Start texting from your inbox in under 30 minutes.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No per-user fees. No hidden costs. No custom quotes required.
Standard
- 1,000 SMS credits/month
- Up to 10 team users
- Two-way messaging
- 10DLC compliance
- Priority support
Professional
- 2,500 SMS credits/month
- Up to 10 team users
- Two-way messaging
- 10DLC compliance
- Dedicated support
What Our Clients Say
Join hundreds of satisfied businesses using TextBolt
Derek W.
IT Director
“When AT&T shut down their gateway, we were scrambling. TextBolt had us back up in under an hour with better delivery rates than we ever had before.”
Sarah P.
Operations Lead
“Our team sends hundreds of texts per week from Outlook. TextBolt made it seamless — no training needed, everyone just sends emails like they always have.”
Marcus K.
School Administrator
“We notify 2,000+ parents about closures and events. TextBolt lets our front office staff send bulk texts without any new tools — just their school email.”
Jenna N.
Practice Manager
“The reply-to-email feature is a game-changer. Patients text back confirmations and we see them right in our inbox. No app switching, no missed replies.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an email to text service?
An email to text service converts emails into SMS messages. You compose an email in your regular inbox (Gmail, Outlook, etc.), send it to a gateway address, and the recipient receives it as a standard text message on their phone. It is the simplest way for businesses to send texts without learning new software.
How Do I Send a Text Message from Email?
With TextBolt, you compose an email in your regular client, address it to the recipient’s phone number at TextBolt’s gateway address, and hit send. The message arrives as a standard SMS within seconds. No special formatting or software required.
Does TextBolt Work as a Gmail SMS Gateway?
Yes. TextBolt works directly with Gmail. You send texts by composing a regular Gmail message to the TextBolt gateway address. Replies from recipients come back to your Gmail inbox. No Chrome extensions or add-ons required beyond the initial setup.
What Happened to Carrier Email-to-Text Gateways?
AT&T shut down its email-to-text gateway in June 2025. Verizon and T-Mobile followed shortly after. Free carrier gateways like number@txt.att.net no longer work. Businesses now need a professional email to SMS service like TextBolt for reliable delivery.
Is TextBolt’s Email to SMS Service 10DLC Compliant?
Yes. TextBolt handles 10DLC registration, brand verification, and campaign approval as part of setup. Full compliance is included on all plans at no extra cost, with approval typically completed within 48 hours.
Can I Receive Text Replies in My Email Inbox?
Yes. TextBolt supports full two-way messaging. When a recipient replies to your text, their response is converted back to an email and delivered to your inbox. You can continue the conversation entirely from email.
How Much Does an Email to Text Service Cost?
TextBolt plans start at $29/month for the Basic plan (500 SMS credits, single user). The Standard plan at $49/month includes 1,000 credits and up to 10 team members, and the Professional plan at $99/month includes 2,500 credits. Enterprise pricing is available for 5,000+ credits per month.
What Is a Mail to SMS Gateway?
A mail to SMS gateway is a service that converts email messages into SMS text messages. It bridges your email client and mobile phone networks, allowing you to send and receive texts without a phone or dedicated SMS platform. TextBolt acts as a professional mail to SMS gateway with delivery tracking and compliance built in.
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*Delivery rates vary based on carrier policies, message content, and compliance factors.