How To Use The MMS Feature

The MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) feature allows users to share photos via text message. Two distinct methods are available for sending MMS messages.

Enable MMS Button

To activate MMS sharing, access Settings > Features tab, then enable the MMS Button under Publish Feature.

For global implementation across all presets, navigate to Globals tab > MMS and check Enable Global MMS Settings, then complete the required details based on your chosen MMS method.

Twilio Method

Setup Steps

1. Purchase a Twilio virtual number at https://www.twilio.com (ensure MMS is enabled on your number).

2. Open Settings > MMS tab and select Twilio from the MMS Method dropdown.

3. Enter the following Twilio credentials:

   • From Number: Your complete Twilio phone number (with + and international code)
   • Text Message: Brief text accompanying photos
   • Country prefix: International calling code
   • Account SID: Your Twilio Account SID
   • Auth Token: Your Twilio Authentication token

4. SMS Service PHP: Foto Master provides a server script for sending messages from your own server, requiring PHP mail() function support and an installed email server.

Email via Carrier Method

This free alternative sends MMS through carrier email integration.

Important Limitations

The carrier-based option has documented delivery challenges:

• Approximately 3% of messages are undelivered due to wrong carrier selection.
• About 6% of messages experience delays (minutes to 48 hours).
• Roughly 2% are undelivered due to file size limitations.
• Service availability is not guaranteed; major carrier outages can cause failures.

Recommendation

Consider running events with the free carrier option while maintaining a paid Twilio account as backup, enabling immediate switching if delivery issues arise.

Setup

Select Email via Carrier from the MMS Method dropdown in Settings > MMS tab.