iMessage will not work with my old phone number, but does work with my Apple ID email address

iMessages works via my email address but not my phone number, but how can i tell if a new phone number will work or I need a whole new device?



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iPhone XS Max, iOS 17

Posted on Apr 26, 2024 6:18 PM

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Apr 27, 2024 9:39 AM in response to Getridofmccarthy

Have not seen where Apple has banned an ID, it may be:

  • Locked for security reason from incorrect Passcode/Password entered too many times.
  • Disabled due to a problem with your account or suspicious activity.
  • Deleted by users who have requested to have their account deleted.


Do you receive any messages when signing into your Apple ID online at https://appleid.apple.com


Is this the same Apple ID used to sign into this website?

iMessage will not work with my old phone number, but does work with my Apple ID email address

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