At Emulous Media Inc, we’re unleashing new programs and systems to help our Present and Future clients excel in many areas of their business.
We’re required by law to meet A2P 10DLC SMS Text Message Compliance.
A2P 10DLC refers to a system in the United States that allows businesses to send Application-to-Person (A2P) type messaging via standard to-digit long code (10DLC) phone numbers. Carriers in the US consider all phone web apps (Twillio, LeadConnector, Leadsnap, etc) to be A2P compliant. Carriers’ A2P 10DLC offerings provide better delivery quality and lower filtering risk than long code SMS of the past. using the same phone numbers.
In a brief nutshell, your business needs to have this compliance in order to prevent your important text messages from going into your customer’s spam text folder.
With our new CRM systems, we use advanced artificial intelligence and special workflow automations to ensure that “No lead is left behind”. With this system, inbound leads from your ads, seo, and other forms of marketing we provide will now be emailed, and text messaged in regards to appointment reminders, notifications, sales promotions, and other requestions. Our clients will have a centralized CRM software that allows them to organize all communications in one hub and easily track visitor-into-customer conversations.
What do we need from you to enable A2P 10DLC?
We will need your IRS CP-575 notice from the Internal Revenue Service confirming that you have been granted an EIN (Employer Identification Number). The EIN is sometimes also referred to as FEIN, or Federal Employer Identification Number. The CP-575 letter (sometimes also called an EIN confirmation letter) includes important tax information about your small business, including your:
EIN, the nine-digit tax ID number used for filing your federal payroll taxes
Business name
Business’s official filing address
Why do I need an IRS Form CP-575?
Form CP-575 is an important document for most business owners because when filing for A2P 10DLC, even the slightest error in your business information such as, address, ein, or business name could cause a MAJOR DELAY in obtaining compliance. It’s also required for us to use with Google to verify you have a legitimate business. If anything happens to your Google accounts, they will request this proof from us to reinstate your accounts quickly.
How do I get a CP-575 letter?
First, you’ll need to apply for an EIN using Form SS-4. Once you’ve been approved, the IRS will mail a paper CP-575 letter to the address listed on your application within about four to six weeks. Here’s a sample CP-575:
What if I can’t find my CP-575 letter?
Don’t panic. While the IRS won’t issue a new one, you can request the CP-575’s twin sister, the EIN verification letter known as a 147-C.
Call the IRS Business & Specialty Tax Line toll-free at 1-800-829-4933 Monday through Friday between 7:00AM and 7:00PM local time, and ask the representative for a 147-C letter. Note that they will ask you a few questions to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
For security reasons, the IRS will only send this letter to the owner of the business or approved agent via mail or fax. They will not send it to you over email. If you decide to have your 147-C letter sent by mail, you’ll receive it at the address listed on file for your business in about four to six weeks. If you choose the fax option, the IRS agent will fax you your document while you’re on the phone with them.
Once you receive your 147-C, you can use this new form as alternative proof of your businesses’ filing address, name, and EIN.
Here’s a sample 147-C letter:
On the other hand, if you can’t remember your EIN but aren’t required to present a CP-575, the IRS offers some ways to recover your number on the official website.
In an ideal world, you’ll never have to worry about misplacing or losing an important document for your business. But we all know that, in the real world, things happen. Luckily, there’s still a way to recover important details like your EIN so you’ll never miss a beat.
Quick note: This is not to be taken as tax advice. Since tax rules change over time and can vary by location and industry, consult a CPA or tax advisor for specific guidance. Find an accountant
