NZ SMS Shortcode

8849

The Fono SMS Registrations

Carrier Service / Brand Cost to send Cost to receive Category Source
Spark Spark The Fono SMS Registrations Free Free Other 2026-04-20
One NZ One NZ The Fono SMS Registrations Free Free Other 2024-09-30
2degrees 2degrees The Fono SMS Registrations Free Free Other 2026-04-22
Skinny Skinny The Fono SMS Registrations Free Free Other 2026-04-20

How to stop messages from this shortcode

Reply STOP to the number 8849. 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

Phone
0800 366 648 — listed by 2degrees
Website
https://www.thefono.org — listed by 2degrees

Frequently asked questions about shortcode 8849

Who owns shortcode 8849 in New Zealand?
Shortcode 8849 is operated by The Fono SMS Registrations.
Which NZ mobile carriers list shortcode 8849?
Shortcode 8849 is listed in the public premium-text directories of Spark, One NZ, 2degrees, Skinny.
How much does it cost to send an SMS to 8849?
Sending a text to shortcode 8849 is free to send to (you only pay your plan's normal SMS rate). All prices include GST where applicable.
How do I stop receiving messages from shortcode 8849?
Reply STOP to 8849. 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 contact number for shortcode 8849?
The contact number for The Fono SMS Registrations is 0800 366 648 (listed by 2degrees).
What is the website for shortcode 8849?
The website for The Fono SMS Registrations is https://www.thefono.org (listed by 2degrees).
What type of service is shortcode 8849?
Shortcode 8849 is categorised as Other in this directory, based on data published by NZ mobile carriers.

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