RCS Business Messaging
What is RCS Business Messaging?
RCS Business Messaging is the application-to-person (A2P) version of Rich Communication Services — it allows businesses to send verified, branded messages with rich media and interactive buttons to customers through their default messaging app.
For more on this, see BSG's Top 6 RCS Use Cases and Messaging Ideas for Your Business.
How does RCS Business Messaging work?
RCS Business Messaging turns the native messaging inbox into a branded, interactive channel. Unlike consumer-to-consumer RCS (P2P), the business version requires a verified agent profile — registered through Google's Jibe platform or directly with carrier hubs — that displays the company name, logo, and a verification badge to the recipient. For businesses, this solves the core problem of SMS-based campaigns: anonymity.
What features does RCS Business Messaging support?
The format supports rich, interactive elements that go far beyond plain text messaging:
- Images and carousels: up to ten cards per carousel.
- Action buttons: call, URL, and calendar actions tappable directly inside the message.
- Suggested replies: predefined response chips that guide the conversation.
- Read receipts: confirm whether the message was opened by the recipient.
- Verified branding: company name, logo, and verification badge displayed alongside every message.
BSG supports RCS Business Messaging through its One API, with automatic SMS fallback when RCS is unavailable.