Why are all my messages coming back saying SMS failed to send?

My text messages on iPhone and iPad Pro keep coming back saying SMS FAILED TO DELIVER

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Jul 2, 2023 11:34 AM

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Posted on Jul 4, 2023 7:44 AM

Hello,


If the issue is only with SMS messages, you'll need to also reach out to your carrier. Those details can be found here: What is the difference between iMessage and SMS/MMS? - Apple Support


To use SMS/MMS on an iPhone, you need a text-messaging plan. Contact your wireless carrier for more information.


There are also some great steps found in this guide for when you can't send or receive messages: If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.


Take care!


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Jul 4, 2023 7:44 AM in response to gailfrommaitland

Hello,


If the issue is only with SMS messages, you'll need to also reach out to your carrier. Those details can be found here: What is the difference between iMessage and SMS/MMS? - Apple Support


To use SMS/MMS on an iPhone, you need a text-messaging plan. Contact your wireless carrier for more information.


There are also some great steps found in this guide for when you can't send or receive messages: If you can't send or receive messages on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.


Take care!


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