IMessage not connecting with the number

1. Check Your Network Connection​

• Open Safari: Launch Safari on your device.
• Perform a Quick Search: Try searching for something to see if any results come up.
• Toggle Airplane Mode: If no results appear, swipe to open Control Center, and toggle Airplane Mode on and off.
• Restart Your Device: Turn off your device by holding the power button and sliding to power off. Turn it back on after a few seconds.
• Connect to Wi-Fi: Go to Settings > Wi-Fi and connect to a nearby Wi-Fi network if available.

Restarting your device or toggling Airplane Mode can help reestablish a connection. If you still can't connect, switching to Wi-Fi or cellular data can resolve the issue.

2. Ensure iMessage is Enabled and Set Up Correctly​

• Open Settings: Tap on the Settings app.
• Go to Messages: Scroll down and tap on Messages.
• Check iMessage: Ensure iMessage is toggled on.
• Send & Receive: Tap on Send & Receive.
• Verify Phone Number: Ensure your phone number is listed and checked. If not, add and select it.

Ensuring iMessage is enabled and your phone number is correctly listed can resolve many sending and receiving issues.

3. Restart iMessage​

• Open Settings: Tap on the Settings app.
• Go to Messages: Scroll down and tap on Messages.
• Toggle iMessage Off: Turn off iMessage by toggling the switch off.
• Restart Your Device: Turn off your device by holding the power button and sliding to power off. Turn it back on after a few seconds.
• Toggle iMessage On: Go back to Settings > Messages and turn iMessage back on.

Restarting iMessage helps reset the connection and can fix many common issues.

I borrowed this from a tip on Mac-Help