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My iMessage stuck on verify over 1 day what can I do to resolve it

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Apr 24, 2023 2:47 AM

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Posted on Apr 24, 2023 3:58 AM

Did you already try the troubleshooting tips from this article?


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It might take up to 24 hours to activate iMessage and FaceTime. If the issue continues after 24 hours, follow these steps:



  1. Make sure that your device has the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
  2. If you're using an iPhone, contact your carrier to make sure that you can send and receive SMS messages.
  3. Make sure you can send and receive SMS. If a prompt appears stating
  4. "Your carrier may charge for SMS messages used to activate FaceTime and
  5. iMessage", tap "OK" to allow possible SMS charges.
  6. Contact Apple Support.


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copied from: If you can’t turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime - Apple Support

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Apr 24, 2023 3:58 AM in response to Sharonk10

Did you already try the troubleshooting tips from this article?


...

It might take up to 24 hours to activate iMessage and FaceTime. If the issue continues after 24 hours, follow these steps:



  1. Make sure that your device has the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
  2. If you're using an iPhone, contact your carrier to make sure that you can send and receive SMS messages.
  3. Make sure you can send and receive SMS. If a prompt appears stating
  4. "Your carrier may charge for SMS messages used to activate FaceTime and
  5. iMessage", tap "OK" to allow possible SMS charges.
  6. Contact Apple Support.


...

copied from: If you can’t turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime - Apple Support

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