Convert an Android phone into an SMS gateway via a simple HTTP API

Description and use

Turn an Android phone into an SMS gateway controlled via a simple HTTP API for programmatic messaging.

Problem

Need a lightweight, programmatic way to send and receive SMS messages without a dedicated SMS service.

Outcome

The Android phone becomes a fully functional SMS gateway accessible via HTTP, enabling programmatic messaging without external services.

Workflow

• 1. Install the httpsms app on the Android device.
• 2. Configure the app to expose an HTTP API endpoint.
• 3. From your server or script, send HTTP POST requests to the API to send SMS.
• 4. Poll or receive callbacks from the API to get incoming SMS messages.

Evidence

Converts your Android phone into an SMS gateway that you use to programmatically send and receive text messages via a simple HTTP API

Source

https://github.com/NdoleStudio/httpsms

Source