twilio-messaging-overview
Installation
SKILL.md
Overview
Twilio's Messaging platform sends and receives messages across multiple channels through a single API. All channels use client.messages.create() — only the address format changes.
| Channel | Address format | Rich media | Template required? | Reach | Skill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMS/MMS | +15551234567 (E.164) |
MMS: images/video, US/CA/AU only | No | Global (180+ countries) | twilio-sms-send-message |
whatsapp:+15551234567 |
Yes (images, docs, video, location) | Outside 24hr window: yes | 190+ countries | twilio-whatsapp-send-message |
|
| RCS | Same number (via Messaging Service) | Yes (rich cards, carousels, video) | No | US + expanding globally | twilio-rcs-messaging |
| Facebook Messenger | messenger:{page-scoped-id} |
Yes | No | Global | — |