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Terminology in the 10DLC Ecosystem

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BRAND

The company or entity the End User believes to be sending the message.

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CSP

CAMPAIGN SERVICE PROVIDER

The company with a messaging platform that creates and manages campaigns for their Brand customers.

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DCA

DATA CONNECT AGGREGATOR

Connects CSP to the Mobile Network Operator. DCAs can also perform the role of a CSP.

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GATEWAY

(MN0)

Connects DCA to MNO

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MNO

Mobile Network Operator

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END USER

Mobile subscriber receiving and sending message.

AGE Texting Specifications

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T-Mobile Specifications

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