SMS messages have a 160-character limit.
MindForge allows messages of any length. Write a book if you want.
SMS only supports plain text and sometimes images, making sharing details more difficult.
MindForge allows multiple images, videos ,and PDFs to be attached for clear visual communications. Link to surveys or documents.
With SMS, it’s impossible to know if recipients have seen the message, making it difficult to ensure everyone is informed.
MindForge shows who has seen each message, so you know that critical updates have reached everyone . See overall engagement with comprehensive message dashboards.
SMS doesn’t offer built-in English or Spanish translation, so messages may be misunderstood if they are not in the recipient’s native language.
MindForge translates messages and message replies to Spanish, helping everyone understand updates .
SMS often incurs per-message fees, which can add up quickly for large teams or frequent messages.
MindForge uses a flat-rate subscription, allowing unlimited messages without extra costs .
Mass texts often come from short codes(random 5-6 digit numbers), making it unclear who sent the message, leaving workers feeling disconnected from leadership.
With MindForge, workers know exactly who sent the message, so they feel connected to leadership and can follow up with the sender if needed.
SMS Mass texts do not allow workers to reply to the sender.
MindForge allows message senders to turn on replies, allowing workers to reply with questions or comments.
Workers may opt out of SMS messages without leaders' knowledge, risking missing important updates. Due to TCPA rules, re-enrollment after opt-out is difficult.
No easy opt-out with MindForge. And if workers delete the app or don’t check messages, senders can see disengaged workers.
SMS does not allow workers to acknowledge messages, making it hard to confirm they received and understood important updates. This can lead to low engagement and missed information.
MindForge lets workers acknowledge messages with a “thumbs up” or other reactions, boosting engagement and confirming that messages have been seen and understood .
Some SMS messages are blocked by carriers as spam, especially in bulk messaging, without notifying the sender.
MindForge sends messages through its app, bypassing carrier filters and ensuring messages reach workers .
Work messages can get lost among personal texts, leading to missed updates.
MindForge keeps all work messages in one app, so job site updates don’t get lost in personal messages .
SMS is vulnerable to phishing attacks that can impersonate employers, causing security risks.
MindForge provides a secure, verified app environment where only trusted sources can send messages .