How to Use SMS Verification in Forms and Surveys
We're excited to introduce the SMS Verification feature in Stack's Forms and Surveys module. This feature allows participants to verify their phone numbers directly within the form or survey, ensuring data integrity and enhancing the user experience.
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What’s New
SMS Verification Button
A Verify Phone button now appears next to the phone number input field in forms and surveys. This addition makes it easy for users to confirm their phone numbers.
Verification Code
Participants receive a unique verification code via SMS. They must enter this code into the form to confirm their phone number.
Enhanced Data Accuracy
This feature is designed to minimize errors and fraudulent submissions by ensuring that the phone numbers collected are valid and accessible to users.
User-Friendly Process
The verification process is intuitive, guiding users smoothly from start to finish.
Verified Phone Field
We've introduced a Phone Verified field in form and survey submissions. When a phone number is successfully verified, it will be marked as "Yes" under this field, making it easy to identify verified numbers.
OTP Billing
Please be aware that OTP messages are billed according to standard messaging rates.
How It Works
- Users enter their phone number in the designated field of a form or survey.
- Once a valid phone number is entered, the Verify Phone button becomes visible.
- Clicking this button sends a verification code to the user's phone via SMS.
- Users must enter this code back into the form or survey to verify their phone number.
Why This Feature?
The SMS verification feature addresses the need for higher data accuracy and reliability in forms and surveys. By ensuring phone numbers are verified, we can significantly reduce the chances of receiving inaccurate data, benefiting both data collectors and participants.