While I agree that this would be awesome and is definitely needed, I hope that everyone here realizes that SMS is expensive and that Zeffy, as a donation driven platform, cannot likely subsidize the cost of that many SMS messages/transactions without imposing some kind of fee or method of payment.

Texting during our event would have helped us to raise more money. Going on the email every time to see if you have been outbid took away from socializing. The text messaging would have allowed folks to socialize while keeping the competitive bidding going. We are now also looking for another platform because of this.

Please update and add text messaging as soon as possible. Text messaging for auction bidding is extremely important. It's time consuming to do this via email. A lot of guests won't want to take the time to access their email accounts, and some may not even have email on their phones. Texting for online bidding is used by most all auction/event management platforms.

Having text notifications during the auction would very much simplify the process and encourage those who get outbid to easily be notified so they can increase bids.

I thought you had texting capabilities. I have to move to a different platform now because you do not offer this. Email will not be possible in a real time silent auction. Such a disappointment.

Texting allows real time communication when many people do not have notifications turned on for emails. This keeps the auction competitive and potentially allows us to raise more funds.

Would love to have text messaging for bids. It would provide optimal participation in our annual fundraising event!

Please add text notifications