Not enrolled in My Account? Enroll today.
- In My Account, select "Billing" at the top and then "Text to Pay."
- Click the Enroll button.
- Select your preferred phone number and a stored payment method.
- Agree to the terms and select "Enroll."
- Check your device for a verification text from us (255255). Follow the steps to verify.
How to pay by text
Text PAY to 255255.
Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary.
Want to do more with text?
Stay up to date on your account with text notifications. You can choose to receive texts:
- When your bill is due.
- When we’ve received your payment.
- If there’s an outage at your home or business.
- When your usage is high.
Manage your notification preferences in My Account.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make a partial payment via text and pay the rest later?
- Unfortunately, no. When paying by text, you may only pay your full balance.
Are there limits on how much I can pay via text?
- When paying by checking or savings, you may only pay your full balance.
- When paying with a credit or debit card, there is a limit of $800 for residential customers or $2,000 for business customers. If your bill is more than these amounts, please make multiple payments.
How many accounts can I have on the same phone number?
- You can enroll up to three accounts per phone number.
What happens if I text STOP to 255255?
- All your texts from us will stop, including notifications.
I lost my notification texts from Alliant Energy. How do I get them back?
- You can update your notification preferences in My Account. Click on "My Profile," then "Notification Preferences."