This guide explains how to **send an SMS Text Message** to selected users from the News page. For a feature overview, see [[News Announcements Overview]] ## Prerequisites - You must be part of a [[User Groups Overview|User Group]] that has access to manage news announcements. --- ## Steps to Send an SMS Text Message 1. Open the **News** page. 2. Click the **Add Announcement** button. 3. Click the **SMS / Text Message** tab. 4. Type your message in the message field. 5. Specify the **Buildings** that should receive the text message. 6. Specify the **User Groups** that should receive the text message (for example, **Owners**, **Residents**, **Board Members**). 7. Click the **Send SMS / Text Message** button. The text message is sent to every user in the selected buildings and user groups. --- ## Common Use Cases - **Emergency notices** — Water shutoff, fire alarm test, or building lockdown. - **Urgent reminders** — Last-minute meeting changes or parking enforcement notices. - **Time-sensitive updates** — Elevator outages, package deliveries, or service interruptions. --- ## Best Practices - **Keep messages short.** SMS works best with concise content. - **Identify yourself.** Start the message with the building or property name so recipients know the source. - **Avoid sensitive information.** Do not include private financial or security details in a text message. - **Use sparingly.** Reserve SMS for urgent or time-critical communication so residents continue to take it seriously. ---