What is the premium SMS service for Telstra?

What’s Premium SMS? Premium SMS is a payment option that lets you receive content and services offered by companies other than Telstra (referred to as ‘third parties’), on your mobile phone or tablet. You agree to pay for it by sending an SMS to a premium number starting with ’19’ (e.g. 19xx SMS numbers).

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What is Telstra premium?

Your Telstra Premium Mobile Plus plan (Plan) is for a post-paid mobile phone service. It gives you access to our network, a mobile phone number, lets you make and receive calls, send and receive messages, and access mobile data. Your Plan allows you to share data between other eligible plans on the same account.

What is a premium SMS service?

Premium SMS / MMS services are called “premium” because users are charged a premium for using the service. This means they cost more than a standard SMS (text message) or MMS (multimedia message).

What are third party purchases on my Telstra bill?

These charges are for third party services which means your telco is allowing another provider to sell content to you which you pay for on your phone bill.

How do I activate Premium SMS?

To allow Premium SMS:

Open your Android phone, open the settings app.
Tap Apps & notifications Special app access.
Tap Premium SMS access Select an option:

How do I turn on Premium SMS on iPhone?

There are no settings for any special/premium SMS on an Apple iPhone. The only thing that can be done as far as SMS/MMS on the iPhone is for the carrier to ensure that you have an SMS/MMS plan on your account.

What does premium Internet mean?

Premium Internet means HSIA Services for up to three (3) guest personal devices with upgraded bandwidth for such personal devices.

What does Telstra Platinum include?

What’s Included 24/7 phone and online support. Access to our tech support experts over the phone, online or instore during trading hours. Personalised coaching, such as help on how to use webcams, printers, email and the internet. Advice to help you get the most out of your devices.

What are mobile premium services?

A mobile premium service may be: a premium messaging service where you pay once, for example, to enter a competition or vote, purchase content such as ringtones, or access online games.

How do I activate premium messages?

Can I choose my own mobile number Telstra?

Yes, you can change your Telstra mobile number by contacting us. We’ll provide you with a list of new numbers to choose from. If you want something easy to remember, consider getting a premium number which uses repeated digits, pairs and triplets.

What are third party purchases?

What Is a Third-Party Transaction? A third-party transaction is a business deal that involves a person or entity other than the main participants. Typically, it would involve a buyer, a seller, and another party—the third party.

What is a Telstra premium mobile plus plan?

How do I contact Telstra premium mobile customer support?

Your Plan includes access to a dedicated 24/7 helpdesk staffed by some of Telstra’s best customer representatives. If you have any issues with your Telstra Premium Mobile service, don’t hesitate to call us on 1800 890 655. Queries about your other services should be directed to our normal support channels.

What devices are eligible for Telstra premium care-mobile insurance?

Telstra Premium Care – Mobile Insurance is only for approved Mobile Devices on Tesltra Post-Paid plans. Mobile Devices on Telstra Pre-Paid plans, and other devices connected to the Telstra network (eg wireless data cards or embedded laptops) are ineligible for Tesltra Premium Care – Mobile Insurance.

Why choose a Telstra mobile?

Your Telstra mobile comes with a range of features and services designed to make your life easier. Have fun, stay social and manage your calls and messaging with a great value service to suit your needs.