imessage activation

i can’t active my imessages or facetime it keep saying error

Posted on Jun 1, 2023 7:27 PM

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Jun 1, 2023 7:50 PM in response to carlynn1210

Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try if you're having trouble activating iMessage or FaceTime:


  1. Make sure your device is running the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. You can check for updates by going to Settings > General > Software Update.
  2. Make sure you're connected to a Wi-Fi or cellular network. iMessage and FaceTime require an internet connection to work.
  3. Make sure you have a valid Apple ID and password. You can sign in to your Apple ID by going to Settings > Apple ID.
  4. Make sure your device is not in Airplane Mode. Airplane Mode disables all wireless connections, including iMessage and FaceTime.
  5. Restart your device. Sometimes a simple restart can fix minor software problems.
  6. Sign out of iMessage and FaceTime, then sign back in. This can sometimes clear up any temporary issues with your account.
  7. Contact Apple Support for help. If you've tried all of the above steps and you're still having trouble, you can contact Apple Support for help.


Here are some additional tips:


  • f you're using an iPhone, make sure you can send and receive SMS messages. iMessage and FaceTime use SMS to send activation messages, so if you can't send or receive SMS messages, you won't be able to activate iMessage or FaceTime.
  • If you're using a cellular plan, make sure your plan includes iMessage and FaceTime. Some cellular plans don't include these features, so you may need to upgrade your plan if you want to use them.
  • If you're still having trouble, try contacting your cellular carrier for help. They may be able to troubleshoot the issue on their end.


I hope this helps!

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