When you message a contact for the first time, Apple's iMessage system scans the content for marketing signals. Messages that trigger the filter get blocked or routed to spam on iOS — which defeats the entire purpose of sending over iMessage.
⛔ Do NOT include any of these in your first message#
Currency symbols — e.g., $499, $4k, £50
Links or URLs — e.g., youratlas.com/demo, https://...
Phone numbers — e.g., (555) 123-4567
Email addresses — e.g., sales@company.com
✅ After they reply, restrictions are lifted#
Once a two-way conversation is established, you can send links, pricing, phone numbers, and anything else you need.Pro tip: Write your first message as a conversation starter, not a sales pitch. Ask a question. Reference their business. Get the reply first — then send your offer.
🎯 Cheat Sheet: Write a First Message That Lands#
Ask a question about their business
Keep it short (2–3 lines max)
Use line breaks for readability
Include dollar amounts or pricing
Include phone numbers or emails
Send a wall of text in the first touch
Modified at 2026-04-23 18:07:35
