iMessage and FaceTime error

Does anyone know how to fix my iMessage and FaceTime. It just stopped working, my number doesn’t want to activate anymore. I’ve tried restarting, updating to iOS 26.1 (worst decision ever). It keeps staying “an error occurred during activation. Try again”

iPhone 15, iOS 26

Posted on Nov 13, 2025 11:49 AM

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Nov 13, 2025 12:09 PM in response to tamryn112

If you can’t turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime on your iPhone, see this support article - If you can’t turn on or sign in to iMessage or FaceTime on your iPhone - Apple Support

If it still isn't working after a day, contact Apple --> Contact - Official Apple Support

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