This blog has been created to enable users to understand more about the use of the 85200 shortcode.
What is a shortcode?
A shortcode is a number generally used for use with text / SMS services.
85200 is a shortcode associated with the lottobytext lottery alert and syndicate service.
Am I being charged?
Generally shortcodes are used for charging customers by reverse billed premium rate message BUT
messages that start with FreeMsg> will NEVER be charged for. These messages are for marketing purposes only and will be triggered from a customer entering their number into one of the lottobytext websites or a partner site. If customers activate the service; after an initial free trial (which ends the day after the next National lottery or Euromillions draw), customers are charged £4.50 for alerts in the coming week's Wednesday and Saturday Lotto and the Fri Euromillions. Members of the alert service will also get 15 FREE syndicated lottery tickets while they maintain their subscription. (5 for wed Lotto, 5 for Fri Euromillions, 5 for Sat Lotto)
Will I be charged ?
You will never be charged unless you activate the service. Activation involves replying with a keyword such as 'YES' to the shortcode 85200. This said, Lottobytext services include a free trial and you will not be charged until the day after the next Lottery or Euromillions draw.
What is the service?
Lottobytext offer syndicated Lottery lines in the UK national Lottery and Euromillions draws.
For just £1.50 per lottery alert, you get 5 x free lottery lines in all 3 weekly draws. that's 15 chances a week (including the Euromillions) for just £4.50 to scoop a share in the biggest Lottery jackpots in the UK and Europe. So if you're already a lottery player, or maybe have never got around to buying a ticket, join the thousands of winners that play with us each week and think about playing the smart way with Lottobytext.
Claiming my winnings?
Simply call our customer services team on 01618504578 or go to our website
http://www.lottobytext.co.uk and follow the member area links to make a claim.
Winnings are issued weekly in cheque form with a covering letter detailing the draw dates and winning combinations. Winnings may also be requested via a redeemable code cashable via any branch of the Post office.
How do I stop?
To stop any premium rate service simply send a STOP message back to the shortcode.
In this case sending STOP to 85200 will stop any further marketing messages AND/OR billing messages from being sent to your phone.
Protecting your privacy
Lottobytext are commited to protecting your privacy. We are a registered member the ICO data protection register registration number Z9654140. The Lottobytext service is promoted through many partner sites. Should you require opt-in details, our customer service team will be pleased to oblige and will respond in writing within 5 working days.
Who do I call if I want to check something?
Good or bad, we want to hear about it. Call our Lottobytext customer service team on 01618504578
Who are Lottobytext?
Lottobytext are promoted by Marketingcraze Limited providing online entertainment services since 2005. If you have any question about our services, please drop us a line or give our customer service team a call.
Helpful links
Shortcode 87770 - http://www.87770.co.uk
Lottobytext home page - http://www.lottobytext.co.uk
National Lottery home page - http://www.national-lottery.co.uk
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