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N_J_S76 Author

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Wrong number in my iMessage settings

My iMessage account shows my wife’s number, how can I change this to my own number?

iPhone SE, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 5, 2025 2:46 AM

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Chattanoogan

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43,489 points

Posted on Sep 7, 2025 4:17 AM

First … do each of you have separate, unique Apple Accounts?

If not, that’s where you’ll want to start.

Make sure that each family member has a unique Apple Account - Apple Support

How to “unshare” an Apple ID - Apple Community

If you already do have separate and unique Apple Accounts, see if this article might help:

Add or remove your phone number in Messages or FaceTime - Apple Support

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