Overview
The touchSMS integration with Go High Level (GHL) allows you to send and receive SMS directly from your CRM. This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to set up the integration and send SMS messages from GHL once installed.
Setup Instructions
Step 1: Obtain Your touchSMS API Key
- Log in to your touchSMS account.
- Navigate to Settings > API Keys.
- Generate a new API key if you don’t already have one.
- Copy the API key, as you will need it in Go High Level.
Step 2: Integrate touchSMS with Go High Level
- Log in to your Go High Level account.
- Navigate to Settings > Twilio (under Business Settings).
- Click on Add Custom SMS Provider.
- Select touchSMS from the list of providers.
- Paste your touchSMS API key into the required field.
- Click Save to apply the settings.
Step 3: Configure Your SMS Settings
- Set up your Virtual Number in touchSMS for inbound SMS handling.
- Configure your SMS templates and automation workflows within GHL.
- Ensure that your touchSMS balance is sufficient for sending messages.
Sending SMS from Go High Level
Option 1: Sending SMS from Contacts
- Navigate to Contacts in Go High Level.
- Select the contact you wish to message.
- In the message field, type your SMS.
- Click Send – the message will be sent via touchSMS’s direct routes.
Option 2: Automating SMS in Workflows
- Go to Automations > Workflows.
- Click Create Workflow or select an existing one.
- Add a new Action and select Send SMS.
- Type your message or use pre-configured templates.
- Click Save and activate the workflow.
Option 3: Bulk SMS Campaigns
- Navigate to Marketing > Campaigns.
- Create a new SMS campaign.
- Select the target audience and message content.
- Schedule or send the campaign immediately.
Managing Inbound SMS
- Ensure you have a Virtual Number assigned in touchSMS.
- Set up inbound message routing in Settings > SMS Routing.
- Monitor inbound responses in Conversations within GHL.
- Automate responses using workflows for better engagement.
Troubleshooting
- SMS Not Sending? Check your API key, SMS balance, and correct sender ID.
- Inbound SMS Not Receiving? Ensure your Virtual Number is configured correctly.
- Automations Not Triggering? Verify workflow settings and test with a sample contact.
For further assistance, contact touchSMS Support at support@touchsms.com.au or call (AU) 1300 794 419.

