Telecom Regulatory Of India(TRAI) is mandating a Blockchain-based Distributed Ledger Transaction(DLT) System. It will help consumers to get rid of pesky and fraudulent calls & SMS. TRAI regulated this DLT system to prevent consumers from Unsolicited Commercial Communication(UCC) after a big number of cases filed by consumers against UCC last year. Enterprise & Sender Id registration is mandatory on the DLT platform to all who are using SMS and Voice Services. SMS services of only registered entities will be allowed by operators.
But DLT as a procedure is not that easy to understand as it looks as it raises many questions in mind like:-
- What is DLT?
- What is the need of DLT?
- Whom it will benefit and how?
- Who required DLT Registration?
- Where to Register for DLT? – What is the Step of DLT Registration?
- Facing problem In DLT registration?
What Is DLT?
Distributed Ledger Technology(DLT) is a Blockchain-based registration system. This Ledger keeps track of all the records of transactions made by network participants. Every record consists of cryptographic signatures and a specific timestamp that helps in auditing and prevents fraudulent transactions.
In simple words “Under the DLT registration system Telemarketers has to register themselves with the operator as a unique entity. We can also say that it is a type of entity registered under the DLT system. Registration is mandatory for every Telemarketer with the operator and also for the resellers &users With the Operator through Telemarketer”.
What is the need of DLT?
During July-September In 2019, Customers filed 326,000 cases of spam and frauds which is a huge number and the procedure of resolution of those cases is too slow as it takes seven days for any resolution which is considered a long period. These Fraud calls & SMS were increasing even after the disconnection of telecom resources which was bothering customers repeatedly.
Even after disconnection Senders of UCC were non-traceable. Robocalls and Silent calls were increasing and that was annoying customers repeatedly. Cases of victimization were increasing and there was a long process for registration and de-registration.
So, TRAI introduced this Blockchain-based DLT system due to which only registered users can send any commercial communication and all the telecom services of unregistered users will be stopped. Which will prevent customers from unwanted calls and SMS.
Whom it will benefit and how?
It will benefit Everyone Operators, Telemarketers, and Customers by bringing transparency in the registration system and by bringing Automation.
For Operators, it will help to avoid loss of business opportunities to them as it mitigates chances of victimization of its customers on account of false complaints, Provide the capability to trace any fraud entity in case of non-registration, Increase business opportunity by smoothening the processes via automation and enabling to quickly onboard the telemarketers and will help in building customer’s trust.
For Telemarketers, It will provide ease in doing business, Avoids chances of loss of business opportunities to UTMs because of quick detection of fraud activities, lower upfront cost while starting a telemarketing business, Reduce risk as risks of spurning of administrative agreements would be less.
For Customers, It will empower them to know the scope and purpose of the consent and proper verification, Customers will have more control to manage consent and preferences, they will get rid of continuous spam SMS and pesky calls, Fewer chances of their victimization.
Who required DLT Registration?
DLT registration is required for Telemarketers, Resellers, and Users with the operators. As per TRAI guidelines if any entity left unregistered then it will result in the stoppage of all telecom services.
Telemarketers can directly register with operators and for users and resellers, they also have to register with the operator but through Telemarketers.
Where to Register for DLT?
For DLT registration Telecom operators Airtel, BSNL, Vodafone, Jio, TATA, and Videocon are conducting DLT registration on their respective portals.
We need you to proactively engage in this and register through the following link. We are here to guide you on the registration process.
BSNL:- https://www.ucc-bsnl.co.in/
Videocon:- https://smartping.live/entity/signup/Indian
Airtel :- https://www.airtel.in/business/commercial-communication/home
Vodafone :- https://www.vilpower.in/
What are the Steps of DLT Registration?
Registration Process:
To comply with the new regulation, all enterprises need to be registered on the DLT system along with other details like Headers, Templates, and Consents:
Step 1: Entity/Enterprise registration includes details of KYC (Know Your Customer) documents like PAN, GST, TAN, CIN, etc. The process has been designed for easy and quick completion. Your organization will get a unique Entity ID.
Below are the required documents for registration and you can find the full registration manual here.
Business identity – PAN
Business entity Address proof – GST / TAN
Letter of Authorization – Co. authorizing the individual (format is available on the portal)
Step 2. Header (Sender ID) registration: Messages are classified into Promotional, Transactional, Service Explicit, and Service Implicit. Entities need to register all their headers on the platform. Every header gets a unique Header ID that is shared across other DLT platforms seamlessly.
- SMS Header: 6-digit header for Promotional. 6-alpha header for Transactional/ Service
- Voice Header: 140XX series for Promotional. Fixed-line number series (like 040, 044, 022) for Transactional/ Services
Step 3. Content Template Registration: Entities are required to register all their templates on the DLT system. Once a template is created, the entity retains the template ownership across all platforms. Every template gets a unique Template ID that is shared across other DLT platforms seamlessly.
Facing problem In DLT registration?
Do not worry Msgclub is here to assist you. We will educate you from what is DLT to how to do DLT registration Securely and without any problem. We ensure accuracy and guarantee customer satisfaction. Our team will guide you during the whole registration process. We believe in maintaining transparency and in maintaining the privacy of your data.
Msgclub is the fastest-growing telemarketing service in the market and always stand one step ahead from others. Msgclub is evolving day by day by adopting day to day changes. Our team will provide you live chat support for better interactions and assistance.
Our DLT registration teams are working efficiently to keep every detail updated regarding new regulations and the DLT registration system. Updated details can be found on Msgclub’s Social media handles.
Msgclub’s panel itself is more than capable of helping out customers in the best way possible. We are also providing legit suggestions for the documentation process and prevent our customers from any sort of misguidance. So, For hassle-free and smooth DLT registration Msgclub has to be your first preference. Time is running out so contact Msgclub as soon as you can before DLT will affect you and your business.
So, If you have any queries regarding the DLT system or having trouble in the DLT registration process feel free to contact Msgclub: http://www.msgclub.net/