NZ SMS Shortcode
988
How to stop messages from this shortcode
Reply STOP to the number 988. 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 988
Who owns shortcode 988 in New Zealand?
Shortcode 988 is operated by SuccessFactors, a division of SAP Australia. Some carriers list it under other names including 0.
Which NZ mobile carriers list shortcode 988?
Shortcode 988 is listed in the public premium-text directories of One NZ, Skinny.
How much does it cost to send an SMS to 988?
Sending a text to shortcode 988 is NZ$0.20 per message. All prices include GST where applicable.
How do I stop receiving messages from shortcode 988?
Reply STOP to 988. 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 988?
Shortcode 988 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.