How to text to a number not in your contacts?

[sstack]

I need to send a text to a company that is not in my contact list. I have tried to search but the results were not in reference to my question.
Short and sweet, Is it possible to do this? And why do some places only have like a 5-6 digit number to send it to?

 

[mustang7757]

Welcome to AC!

Make sure the company number is not a landline otherwise you can't .

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[rvbfan]

Welcome to AC!

Make sure the company number is not a landline otherwise you can't .

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Actually in Canada with my provider you can. The person on the other end gets a robo voice
of my message.

 

[mustang7757]

Actually in Canada with my provider you can. The person on the other end gets a robo voice
of my message.

Majority though u can't

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[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! 5 or 6 digit numbers are for short-code SMS (also known as Premium SMS), and is a way for companies to send automated messages to customers for things like alerts/notifications, or simple interactive requests (e.g., "press 1 to renew your prescription").

Which company are you trying to text? Have you tried to contact their customer support to see if they even have a number that customers can text for communication?