NZ SMS Shortcode
222
2degrees
| Carrier | Service / Brand | Cost to send | Cost to receive | Category | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2degrees
|
2degrees | Free | Free | Utilities & Energy | 2026-04-22 |
Skinny
|
Broadcast Text Initiation | $0.20 NZD | — | Utilities & Energy | n/a |
How to stop messages from this shortcode
Reply STOP to the number 222. Under the NZ TCF Mobile Messaging Services Code, commercial and premium senders are required to honour STOP requests within two business days.
Note: transactional notifications (delivery updates, appointment reminders, OTP codes) are generally exempt from STOP obligations — you need to unsubscribe via the service itself.
Contact details published by carriers
- Website
- www.2degreesmobile.co.nz — listed by 2degrees
Frequently asked questions about shortcode 222
Who owns shortcode 222 in New Zealand?
Shortcode 222 is operated by Broadcast Text Initiation. Some carriers list it under other names including 2degrees.
Which NZ mobile carriers list shortcode 222?
Shortcode 222 is listed in the public premium-text directories of 2degrees, Skinny.
How much does it cost to send an SMS to 222?
Sending a text to shortcode 222 is between NZ$0.00 and NZ$0.20 per message depending on your carrier. All prices include GST where applicable.
How do I stop receiving messages from shortcode 222?
Reply STOP to 222. Under the NZ TCF Mobile Messaging Services Code, commercial senders must honour STOP requests within two business days. Transactional messages like OTPs and appointment reminders are exempt — unsubscribe via the service itself.
What is the website for shortcode 222?
The website for Broadcast Text Initiation is www.2degreesmobile.co.nz (listed by 2degrees).
What type of service is shortcode 222?
Shortcode 222 is categorised as Utilities & Energy in this directory, based on data published by NZ mobile carriers.
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Where does this data come from?
Each NZ mobile carrier publishes a list of the shortcodes active on their network. This directory downloads those PDFs daily and consolidates the latest versions. The “Source” column above shows the publication date of the document we saw this code in.