NZ SMS Shortcode
8998
Telnet
| Carrier | Service / Brand | Cost to send | Cost to receive | Category | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Skinny
|
Telnet | $0.50 NZD | — | Other | n/a |
How to stop messages from this shortcode
Reply STOP to the number 8998. 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.
Frequently asked questions about shortcode 8998
Who owns shortcode 8998 in New Zealand?
Shortcode 8998 is operated by Telnet.
Which NZ mobile carriers list shortcode 8998?
Shortcode 8998 is listed in the public premium-text directories of Skinny.
How much does it cost to send an SMS to 8998?
Sending a text to shortcode 8998 is NZ$0.50 per message. All prices include GST where applicable.
How do I stop receiving messages from shortcode 8998?
Reply STOP to 8998. 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 type of service is shortcode 8998?
Shortcode 8998 is categorised as Other 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.