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how do i get my name to appear in a text message

My name is not appearing in my text messages on iPhone XR

iPhone XR, iOS 15

Posted on Jan 2, 2022 4:01 PM

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Presumably you’re talking about outgoing messages.


If they’re sent to Apple devices, the recipient would see your name if your Apple ID and/or telephone number matches an entry in the recipient’s Contacts.


If you’re talking about an SMS message sent to someone’s cell phone, only the telephone number of the sender is communicated.

Posted on Jan 2, 2022 4:15 PM

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Jan 2, 2022 4:15 PM in response to Maxie500

Presumably you’re talking about outgoing messages.


If they’re sent to Apple devices, the recipient would see your name if your Apple ID and/or telephone number matches an entry in the recipient’s Contacts.


If you’re talking about an SMS message sent to someone’s cell phone, only the telephone number of the sender is communicated.

how do i get my name to appear in a text message

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