Getting Started

Summary

Step 1

Sign up

Step 2

Get credential

Step 3

Define Endpoint

Follow the steps below to learn how to quickly start sending messaging using 9bits VAS API:

1. Sign up

Using the VAS API starts with signing up for a free account on the 9bits Customer Dashboard. If you already have an account, skip this step.

2. Get credentials

You need an API Token which is required for each requests to the VAS API. These tokens are created automatically on the Customer Dashboard for each account. You can find your token security tab, under Settings

3. Define Endpoint

This is necessary for receiving all subscriber SMS MO and lifecycle events. Go to Customer Dashboard and then navigate to the Settings page. Under "Callback Endpoints" tab, enter your endpoint URL.

All our endpoints will request for your API token, so keep them handy.