# Programmable Apple Messages

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Apple Messages for Business is currently available on request (business support plan required). To request access, please connect with our sales team: <https://bird.com/en-gb/demo>
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Before proceeding ensure you understand the requirements to [complete onboarding.](https://docs.bird.com/applications/channels/channels/supported-channels/apple-messages-for-business/how-to/complete-onboarding) To go live with Apple Messages you will need to complete this process
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## Summary

Apple Messages for Business is an asynchronous messaging channel that allows businesses to communicate with customers directly in the Apple Messages app. By installing Apple Messages for Business as a channel, you can send rich, interactive messages – including quick replies, forms, time pickers, authentication, and Apple Pay flows – using the same omni message format you use across Bird.

This page gives a high-level overview. For implementation details, see:

* **Sending Apple Messages**&#x20;
* **Receiving messages**
* **Message interactions**

#### Installation

To install Apple messages refer to the following [installation guide](https://docs.bird.com/applications/channels/channels/supported-channels/apple-messages-for-business/quickstarts/install-apple-messages-for-business)