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Why does not phone say activation unsuccessful when I try to use iMessage with my phone number and not just my email?

iPhone 11

Posted on Apr 10, 2021 9:28 PM

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Posted on Apr 11, 2021 11:16 AM

Messages is working with your email address, but not your phone?


Have you added the phone number?


Messages or FaceTime - Add or remove your phone number    


Have you changed/added the number on your Apple ID? After the change, allow up to 24 hours for the change to sync. Before trying to make the change, sign out of Messages/FaceTime on all devices/computers.

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Apr 11, 2021 11:16 AM in response to katlyn118

Messages is working with your email address, but not your phone?


Have you added the phone number?


Messages or FaceTime - Add or remove your phone number    


Have you changed/added the number on your Apple ID? After the change, allow up to 24 hours for the change to sync. Before trying to make the change, sign out of Messages/FaceTime on all devices/computers.

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