My iMessage is saying failed

I want to make use of my iMessage 💬 and it’s not working

iPhone 13, iOS 17

Posted on Sep 10, 2024 11:41 AM

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Posted on Sep 10, 2024 1:39 PM

To fix iMessage not working, try these steps:


1. CHECK INTERNET CONNECTION (Wi-Fi or mobile data).

2. RESTART YOUR PHONE.

3. TURN iMESSAGE OFF AND ON: Go to SETTINGS > MESSAGES > iMESSAGE.

4. CHECK YOUR APPLE ID: Ensure it’s signed in under SETTINGS > MESSAGES > SEND & RECEIVE.

5. UPDATE SOFTWARE: Go to SETTINGS > GENERAL > SOFTWARE UPDATE.

6. RESET NETWORK SETTINGS: Go to SETTINGS > GENERAL > RESET > RESET NETWORK SETTINGS.

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Sep 10, 2024 1:39 PM in response to Mosco121

To fix iMessage not working, try these steps:


1. CHECK INTERNET CONNECTION (Wi-Fi or mobile data).

2. RESTART YOUR PHONE.

3. TURN iMESSAGE OFF AND ON: Go to SETTINGS > MESSAGES > iMESSAGE.

4. CHECK YOUR APPLE ID: Ensure it’s signed in under SETTINGS > MESSAGES > SEND & RECEIVE.

5. UPDATE SOFTWARE: Go to SETTINGS > GENERAL > SOFTWARE UPDATE.

6. RESET NETWORK SETTINGS: Go to SETTINGS > GENERAL > RESET > RESET NETWORK SETTINGS.

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