Verizon @vtext.com Status:

30-40% Failure Rate

Server errors increasing daily

⚠️ CRITICAL ISSUE

Verizon’s @vtext.com and @vzwpix.com email-to-SMS gateways are failing with increasing frequency.

“AUP#CDRBL”, “AUP#BL”, and “server temporarily unavailable” errors are becoming permanent.

Following AT&T’s shutdown announcement, Verizon is expected to announce their discontinuation soon.

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Your @vtext.com Messages Are Failing. Here’s Why.

Verizon outsourced filtering to Cloudfilter.net (Proofpoint) which aggressively blocks legitimate business emails.

Current Verizon Issues

421 4.2.0 server temporarily unavailable AUP#CDRBL

IP blacklisted – no appeal process

550 5.1.0 sender rejected AUP#BL

Domain blocked permanently

Messages delayed 3-8 hours

Or never arrive at destination

33% success rate for critical alerts

Reported by healthcare IT teams

Two Futures

Verizon uses Cloudfilter.net (Proofpoint) for spam filtering. Once your IP or domain gets blocked:

No appeal process exists
Entire ISP domains get blacklisted
Messages show “delivered” but never arrive
SPF/DKIM compliance doesn’t matter

TextBolt Users

Messages delivered reliably

Staying with Verizon

Random failures continue

Why wait for Verizon to force your hand? Fix it today.

Why Verizon Will Follow AT&T

The writing is on the wall – Verizon email to text is dying

Official Verizon Statement

“Vtext.com is a consumer gateway that was designed only for consumer use… Verizon provides no assurance of the delivery/receipt of Vtext messages and VBG customers must stop using this consumer gateway.”

Source: Verizon Community Forums

Industry Movement

AT&T: Shutting down June 17, 2025
Cricket Wireless: Also shutting down
T-Mobile: Expected to follow
Verizon: Pushing enterprise EMAG

The Enterprise Push

Verizon wants you on EMAG, which requires:

Minimum 100 corporate subscribers

Major Account Agreement

Complex API integration

Enterprise pricing

TextBolt works for any size business. No minimums.

Every Industry Relies on @vtext.com – And They’re All Suffering

Critical communications can’t depend on a failing system

Healthcare IT Crisis

“The issue appears to be intermittent with about a 33% success rate… This is an issue because we run a 24×7 on-call rotation as a healthcare IT team.”

Source: ServiceNow Community

Public Safety at Risk

“Volunteer fire departments report sudden failures after years of reliability. When emergency dispatch fails, lives are at risk.”

Source: Verizon Community Forums

Business Impact Daily

Gated communities: Resident notifications failing
IT departments: Server alerts arriving hours late
Service businesses: Customers missing appointments
Financial services: Fraud alerts delayed

Understanding Verizon’s Error Codes

(So you can escape them)

AUP#CDRBL

Meaning:

Content Delivery Rate Blacklist

Reality:

Your IP is permanently blocked

Fix: Can’t be fixed – need new service

AUP#MXRT

Meaning:

Maximum Rate Exceeded

Reality:

Sending too fast (even 10/day)

Fix: Verizon won’t increase limits

AUP#BL

Meaning:

Blacklisted sender

Reality:

Your domain is blocked forever

Fix: No appeal process exists

AUP#DNS

Meaning:

DNS configuration issue

Reality:

Cloudfilter doesn’t like your setup

Fix: Complex DNS changes might help

The Cloudfilter Problem

All messages route through vrz-sms.mx.a.cloudfilter.net where:

Entire ISP domains get blocked (Example: optimum.net)
SPF/DKIM compliance doesn’t matter
Messages show “delivered” but never arrive
No support or unblocking available

Skip the Failing Alternatives – Get Email to Text That Works

Compare your real options

Quick Comparison

Feature	Staying with Verizon	Other Carriers	API Solutions	TextBolt
Current Reliability	30-40% failures	Unknown, risky	N/A	99.9% delivery
Setup Time	Already failing	Find carrier domains	2-4 weeks	15-20 minutes
When Blocked	Permanent	No recourse	N/A	Proper compliance
Multi-User Access	No	No	Complex	Up to 10 users
Support	None	None	Expensive	Included

Why TextBolt Wins

While others force complex changes, TextBolt keeps it simple: Same email to SMS workflow, just change the domain, better delivery than Verizon today, built for the future.

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From Verizon Failures to Reliable Email to Text in 20 Minutes

Simple migration process

1

Contact for Setup

Reach out to start your business verification process.

(2 minutes)

2

Quick Verification

Submit business info for carrier compliance.

(5 minutes)

3

Background Approval

We handle 10DLC registration while you prepare.

(24-48 hours)

4

Update Your Systems

Change @vtext.com/@vzwpix.com to @sendemailtotext.com

(10 minutes)

5

Reliable Messaging

Messages delivered. Crisis averted.

(Immediate)

Migration Example

Before:5551234567@vtext.com

Or:5551234567@vzwpix.com

After:+15551234567@sendemailtotext.com

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Businesses Escaping Verizon’s Failures with TextBolt

Real success stories from organizations that switched

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Server alerts through vtext started arriving 3 hours late. Can’t risk patient care on Verizon’s declining service. TextBolt works instantly, every time.”

H

Healthcare IT Director

Verified TextBolt Customer

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Emergency dispatch can’t fail. When Verizon messages stopped with ‘AUP#DNS’ errors, we switched to TextBolt in under 24 hours. Lives depend on reliable alerts.”

F

Fire Department Chief

Verified TextBolt Customer

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“30% of our Verizon appointment reminders were failing. Patients blamed us. TextBolt’s 99.9% delivery saved our reputation and reduced no-shows immediately.”

D

Dental Practice Manager

Verified TextBolt Customer

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about migrating from Verizon

Why are my Verizon @vtext.com messages failing?

Verizon outsourced their email-to-SMS filtering to Cloudfilter.net (Proofpoint), which aggressively blocks legitimate business emails. Once your IP or domain is flagged, there’s no appeal process. Error codes like AUP#CDRBL, AUP#BL, and AUP#MXRT indicate permanent blocking with no resolution available.

Can I fix the AUP#CDRBL or AUP#BL errors?

Unfortunately, no. These error codes indicate your IP or domain has been permanently blacklisted by Verizon’s Cloudfilter system. There is no appeal process or support contact to resolve these blocks. The only solution is to migrate to a service like TextBolt that uses proper carrier compliance.

How quickly can I migrate from Verizon to TextBolt?

The actual setup takes about 15-20 minutes. Business verification for 10DLC compliance typically takes 24-48 hours in the background. You can continue using Verizon during this period, then switch over instantly once approved.

Will my existing email-to-text workflow work with TextBolt?

Yes! TextBolt maintains the same email-to-text workflow you’re used to. Simply change your recipient addresses from @vtext.com or @vzwpix.com to @sendemailtotext.com. No code changes or API integrations required.

Is TextBolt more reliable than Verizon’s service?

Significantly more reliable. Verizon’s @vtext.com gateway currently has a 30-40% failure rate. TextBolt provides 99.9% delivery rates through proper 10DLC compliance and carrier relationships. Your messages won’t be blocked by Cloudfilter or similar aggressive spam filters.

What happens if I wait and Verizon shuts down like AT&T?

Industry experts expect Verizon to follow AT&T’s lead and discontinue their free email-to-SMS gateway. When this happens, all messages to @vtext.com and @vzwpix.com will fail completely. By migrating now, you avoid the scramble that AT&T users are experiencing and ensure uninterrupted messaging.