iMessage activation

iMessage activation failed I didn’t know why is not activation I can’t send and receive messages from iMessage please help me to fix it now

iPhone 7, iOS 15

Posted on Mar 1, 2026 1:36 AM

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Mar 1, 2026 3:20 AM in response to brain113

This is the usual fix.

do all 6 steps here, don't miss any out


1.    Settings, Apps, Messages, turn off iMessage   


2.    Settings, Apps, Facetime, Turn off Facetime,   


3.    Power down the phone


4.    Turn on the phone again 


5.    Settings, Apps, Messages, turn on iMessage,   


6.    Settings, Apps, Facetime, turn on Facetime


Then ensure your correct number appears in the Send & Receive


 Oh and uninstall VPN if you have it.

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