Description
1. What's USSD?
USSD stands for Unstructured Supplementary Service Data. It is a communication protocol used by mobile phones to interact with the mobile network operator's systems.
2. Key Features of USSD
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Real-time communication: Unlike SMS, USSD sessions are interactive and occur in real-time.
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Short codes: USSD uses codes that typically start with
*and end with#(e.g.,*123#). -
No internet required: Works on any GSM phone without needing a data connection.
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Fast and lightweight: It’s faster than SMS and uses minimal network resources.
3. Common Uses of USSD
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Checking mobile balance (
*101#) -
Recharging with prepaid cards (
*100*PIN#) -
Mobile money services (e.g., checking wallet balance, sending money)
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Accessing customer service menus
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Activating or deactivating services (e.g., call forwarding)
4. Example Interaction
- You dial *123# on your phone.
- The system instantly displays your account balance on the screen.
- You might get a menu to choose options like:
- Buy Data
- Check Balance
- Transfer Credit
5. Technical Notes
- USSD messages are up to 182 alphanumeric characters.
- USSD is session-based (like a temporary two-way connection), while SMS is store-and-forward.
- It operates over the GSM signaling channels, not over voice or data.
6. How to add USSD in SmsMk365.Com?
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