
Plivo
Create custom greetings, automate messaging, manage contacts and communication flows.
- Freemium
- Web, API
- Other
- Free plan available
- No credit card

What is Plivo?
Key features
Voice API
make and receive calls, build interactive voice response systems with custom menus
SMS API
send and receive text messages with delivery tracking
Visual workflow builder
design call and message automations without writing code
Contact management
store contacts with custom fields, tags, and searchable metadata
Call recording
capture phone conversations for compliance, training, or record-keeping
Phone number management
rent local and international phone numbers
Webhooks and integrations
trigger actions in your other systems when calls or messages arrive
Multi-channel support
handle voice calls, SMS, and USSD text menus for feature phones
Pros & cons
Advantages
- Straightforward API with good documentation and SDK support for multiple languages
- Visual workflow builder allows non-technical users to create automations
- Access to phone numbers in many countries with local and international options
- Pay-as-you-go pricing starts free and scales with actual usage
- Works well for both small projects and larger operations
- Fast to prototype and test telephony features without commitment
Limitations
- Pricing can escalate quickly with high call or message volumes
- Free tier has strict usage limits for testing
- Complex scenarios still require developer expertise or support
- Smaller platform compared to major competitors with fewer pre-built integrations
- Phone number rental costs vary significantly by country
- Limited built-in analytics and reporting on call and message data
- Steeper learning curve for developers new to telephony APIs
Use cases
Appointment reminders: send SMS or voice reminders for upcoming bookings
Customer support automation: route inbound calls with interactive voice menus
Two-factor authentication: deliver one-time codes via SMS or voice call
Survey collection: gather feedback through interactive phone menu responses
Marketing campaigns: send bulk SMS for time-sensitive offers or announcements
Emergency notifications: broadcast alerts to large contact lists
Contact centre operations: automate call routing and queuing
Transactional messaging: order confirmations, shipping updates, password resets
Interactive learning platforms: quiz or language lessons delivered via phone
Ready to try Plivo?
Pricing
Free
Free
Limited usage for testing and development. Free credits for exploring the platform, restricted call and SMS volume, single phone number, basic API access, workflow builder access.
Pay as you go
Variable based on usage
Pay only for calls, SMS sent, phone numbers, and additional services. No monthly minimum or commitment. Full API access, unlimited numbers, advanced features, higher rate limits.
Enterprise
Contact sales
Custom pricing for large volumes and dedicated support. Volume discounts, dedicated account management, SLA agreements, custom configurations and features.
Get started with Plivo
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- Free plan available
- No credit card