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More information about code types
Short Code: Any 5 digit number without spaces or symbols, for example `31234`.
Long Code: Any 11 to 16 digit number from which an SMS was received. Start with `27` or enter the full number without spaces.
USSD String: Any USSD format without spaces, for example `*120*31234#`.
Alphanumeric ID: Between 3 and 11 letters and digits, with at least one letter and no spaces or special characters.
If you need assistance from WASPA directly, you can use the WASPA contact form.
If you are receiving unsolicited messages or entering a competition via a short code, alphanumeric ID, or USSD string and want to know who is sending those messages, enter the code, ID, or USSD string. If WASPA has it on record, the contact details of the WASPA member will be displayed.
- Short Code
- A unique 5 digit number used for SMS campaigns and WASP services. Example: “SMS Quote to 31234”.
- Long Code
- An 11 to 16 digit number used for SMS communication and marketing of WASP services.
- USSD String
- An interaction method between the user and the company offering the WASP service. Example: “*120*31234#”.
- Alphanumeric ID
- A sender name containing 3 to 11 letters and digits that identifies the sender of an SMS.
- Short Code
- Enter any 5 digit number without spaces or symbols.
- Long Code
- Enter the number without spaces or special characters. For international-format SMS numbers, start with 27 and do not include a plus sign.
- USSD String
- Enter the full USSD string without spaces.
- Alphanumeric ID
- Enter the sender ID without spaces or special characters.
- Cell C Users
- Use the USSD string *133*1#.
- MTN Users
- Use the USSD string *155# or *141*5#.
- Telkom Users
- Use 180 or *179*7867.
- Vodacom Users
- Use *135#, *135*997#, or *117#.
Add your number to the WASPA Do Not Contact List at dnc.org.za.
Identify the company linked to the number using this website, then go to waspa.org.za/report-spam and report them. WASPA only has jurisdiction over WASPA members, so it may not be able to assist with unsolicited messages from non-members.
Unsolicited direct marketing may also be a breach of POPIA. You may wish to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator using the relevant form and process.
Identify the company linked to the unwanted billing, then go to waspa.org.za/report-unwanted-billing and report them. WASPA only has jurisdiction over WASPA members, so it may not be able to assist with unwanted billing from non-members.
Identify the company linked to the misleading advert or competition using this website, then go to waspa.org.za/lodge-a-complaint and report them. WASPA only has jurisdiction over WASPA members, so it may not be able to assist with activity by non-members.