FAQs
Security & Compliance
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Yes. QuickSMS fully complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ensuring secure and lawful data handling across the UK and EU.
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ISO 27001 is an international information security standard. QuickSMS is certified and follows strict controls to safeguard customer data.
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Yes. All client data is stored in ISO-certified data centers within the UK or EU to ensure regional compliance.
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Yes. 2FA can be enabled for all admin and user accounts to enhance access control security.
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Yes. All message sending and opt-out processes follow PECR and EU ePrivacy rules regarding electronic communications.
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Yes. Users can text keywords like STOP or UNSUBSCRIBE, and those numbers are automatically suppressed across all future campaigns.
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Yes. We work with UAE carriers to comply with Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) including sender ID registration and content approval.
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We monitor for spam-like behavior, suspicious content, and failed delivery patterns using automated systems and manual reviews.
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Message and log data is retained only as long as necessary—typically 12 months—unless otherwise requested by the client or required by law.
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Yes. Under GDPR, customers may request that their data be deleted or anonymized. We provide this on request via support.
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Yes. For billing, we process payments via PCI-DSS certified payment gateways to ensure transaction security.
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Yes. Different permission levels ensure that users can only access the data and tools relevant to their role.
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Access is restricted through firewalls, VPNs, 2FA, password policies, and IP allowlisting where configured.
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Yes. For compliance, QuickSMS scans message content for forbidden terms (e.g., phishing, hate speech) in regulated regions.
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Yes. We offer GDPR-compliant DPAs and will execute custom agreements where needed for enterprise clients.
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Yes. We support compliance with the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and Crown Commercial Service frameworks.
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Yes. All activity is logged, including logins, changes, API calls, and sending events, for traceability and security audits.
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Passwords must be strong (minimum 8 characters, alphanumeric), and automatic lockout is enabled after failed attempts.
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Yes. Annual external pen-tests and regular internal vulnerability scans ensure platform security remains strong.
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Yes. Enterprise clients can integrate SAML-based SSO to centralize authentication and improve access control.
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We notify affected users and regulators within 72 hours, as required under GDPR, and provide full post-incident reports.
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Yes. IPs are logged for every API request for security, audit trail, and rate limiting purposes.
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Yes. You can configure IP filters to restrict access to your dashboard or API endpoints by country or region.
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Yes. You can export contact records, message logs, and consent records in CSV or JSON format for your own storage or audits.
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Yes. Our admin dashboard provides detailed audit trails of user actions, changes, and security events.
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Yes. Our employees undergo regular security and data protection training in line with ISO and GDPR requirements.
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Yes. All backups are encrypted and stored in secure, geo-redundant locations within the UK/EU zones.
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Yes. We accommodate security reviews and provide documentation or evidence on request under NDA.
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Yes. Our standard SLA includes a 72-hour breach notification commitment with full remediation support.
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Yes. MFA is mandatory for all admin-level accounts and highly recommended for all users.
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Yes. We apply fair-use rate limits to prevent abuse and ensure fair performance across clients.
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Yes. All infrastructure is hosted in Tier 3+ or higher-rated data centers with redundancy and uptime SLAs.
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Yes. With appropriate agreements in place, enterprise clients may conduct third-party audits or assessments.
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We offer built-in consent tracking, opt-out logs, and preference centers to help you stay compliant with marketing laws.
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Yes. We use carefully vetted sub-processors and maintain a public list available to clients under NDA.
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We assist clients in fulfilling DSRs by providing data exports, rectifications, or deletions upon verified requests.
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Yes. Our Data Protection Officer oversees compliance with all data privacy laws and acts as your main point of contact.
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Yes. We offer CCPA-compliant processes including opt-out rights, data access, and deletion support for US residents.