SMSwithoutBorders App

Getting Started

SMSWithoutBorders provides users with the ability to stay connected with their online platforms even when internet access is unavailable. By leveraging SMS messaging, users can continue communicating seamlessly- their contacts receive messages just as they normally would.

Introduction​

The steps below will help set up your account and start using swob.

Step 1. Download App​

• Download from Google_Play_Store

• Github or

• Build from source

Technical Requirements

• SMS capability Android smartphone

• Android 6.0 and above

Step 2. Create an account

Onboarding / Using the App

• Sign up for a free account or log into your account on the app by clicking on the “add account” button, select “create new” and fill in the required information and then click on “sign up”.

Note An authentication pin will be sent to a valid phone through SMS.

Step 3: Verify your phone number

A verification number will be sent to your phone number, input and verify

Step 4: Log-in

If you already have an account click on “login” and fill in your phone number and password to get into your swob account.

Step 5. Save access to platforms​

One of the key features of SWOB is to be able to save access to online platforms while you have an active internet, then use the App to make requests to these platforms without an active internet connection. Once you login and click on Save Accounts, you will have a list of platforms we currently support. You can save your credentials for as many platforms as you can foresee further need in an offline situation.

Note: You need to have the platform you want to save installed on your phone before you can save it on the SWOB platform.

Step 6. Configure your App and begin utilizing​

Once you've linked your apps to your SWOB account, you'll need to add your gateway client number or select one from the list of available gateway clients. One important setting to configure is selecting the Gateway number for communication. It is cheaper to Opt for a Gateway number from the same service provider as yours or within your country.

Step 7. Gateway Clients

Available Clients:

• A list of pre-configured gateway clients is displayed.
• Pulling down on the list will refresh it, ensuring you have the latest available options.

Adding Custom Clients:

If your preferred gateway isn't listed, you can set up your own custom client. Instructions for configuring a custom gateway client are as follows;

To set a gateway number, follow these steps below

1. Save the intended gateway number in your contacts.
2. Go to Settings and select Gateway Clients.
3. Tap the 3 dots sign at the top right corner and tap add.
4. Click on the Contact icon to access your contacts.
5. Find and select the saved Gateway Number.
6. Confirm the selection and ass the gateway number successfully.

Communicating using the app

Let's discover how to communicate without an Internet connection using SMSwithoutborders(SWOB).

Step 1: Click the compose button

After the first stage has been completed which is saving access to platforms you wish to communicate on, synchronizing and adding a gateway number.

Open the SMSwithoutborders application after being downloaded from Google Play Store , Githubor build from source and click on the "pencil icon" to compose message.

Step 2. Select a platform to compose message​

Choose a platform to start composing message

Step 3. Compose your message and send as SMS

After composing your message on any platform, proceed to send it as usual. You will then be directed to your standard SMS page, where you can send the message to the pre-saved gateway number as an SMS. Note that the message will appear as encrypted when sending it as an SMS. This extra layer of security ensures that only you and the recipient can access the message, maintaining confidentiality.

Requirements​

• Recipient's email for Gmail
• Contacts phone number for Telegram
• Tweet body for Twitter

For either of the platforms selected, fill the required fields accurately and send SMS

Step 4: SMS Sent

Congratulations! You have successfully sent the SMS. The recipient will now receive the original message in a readable format. Please note that the time for receiving the message may vary depending on the mobile network and the functionality of the gateway client device

Revoking Saved Platforms

Revoking saved platforms removes your access to them through smswithoutborders. This means that you can no longer send messages to that online platform using the SMSWithouborders app. To do this;

• Click on settings
• Go to security and privacy
• Tap ‘revoke platforms’ and choose the platform you wish to delete

Deleting and loging out of the account

Deleting your account means deleting all your saved accounts online. You can always recreate your account if needed.

Logout means all your current messages will be deleted and you can always log back in when needed.

• Click on settings
• Go to security and privacy
• Tap ‘Logout’ to log out of your account and ‘Delete’ to delete your account

Customizing Your Language Preference

The app currently offers support in English, French, and Farsi. Here's how you can switch languages:

1. Set Your Language During Onboarding:

You can choose your preferred language right on the first screen when you launch the app for the first time.

2. Modify Your Language Through Settings:

You can also adjust your language preference anytime by following these steps:

• Navigate to the app's Settings menu.
• Locate the "Language" option.
• Select your desired language from the available options.

The app interface will automatically update to reflect your chosen language.