How do I fix 'encrypted message' and type in a group chat on Messages?

im in a group chat where it does not let me type out messages so i cant respond and on the top it says “encrypted” with a lock sign. how can i fix this so i can type in the group chat



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Original Title: encrypted message

Posted on Jun 3, 2026 4:22 PM

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Posted on Jun 3, 2026 5:11 PM

The Encrypted label with the lock usually isn’t the problem. It just means that conversation is encrypted.

I’d try closing Messages and restarting the iPhone first.


Then check Settings > Messages and make sure iMessage is on. If it’s a group with non-iPhone users, also check that MMS Messaging and Group Messaging are on, if those options appear.


If the text box is still missing only in that one group, ask someone in the group to start a new chat or add you again.

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Jun 3, 2026 5:11 PM in response to sugarplum_d

The Encrypted label with the lock usually isn’t the problem. It just means that conversation is encrypted.

I’d try closing Messages and restarting the iPhone first.


Then check Settings > Messages and make sure iMessage is on. If it’s a group with non-iPhone users, also check that MMS Messaging and Group Messaging are on, if those options appear.


If the text box is still missing only in that one group, ask someone in the group to start a new chat or add you again.

How do I fix 'encrypted message' and type in a group chat on Messages?

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