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By h.b. – Nov 28, 2009 – 11:39 AM

The first digits of the number used will determine the cost of the service

New regulations to control abuses in the sending of SMS text messages have entered into force in Spain. Now a maximum price of 6 € has been established and the first digits of the number will determine the cost involved.

Text numbers will be of four of five digits, depending on the service.
Five figure numbers which begin in 25, 27, 29, and 280, which are used by charities cost 1.2 € or less.
Five figure numbers which begin with 35, 37 or 39 will cost between 1.2 € and 6 €.
Six figure numbers which start with 795, 797, and 799 will be subscription services with the cost of each message received to be 1.2 € or less.
Six figure numbers which start with 995, 997, or 999 are destined to adult services and will be charged at a maximum price of 6 €.

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