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iMessage on my iPod touch isn't working, and I've tried everything I can think of to fix it. Help?!

I can't send or recieve any messages on my iMessage app, I've restored the iPod twice, restarted it about three times, and have played around with the wifi to try to fix it. Yet I still can't send or recieve anything. Please help.

iPod touch, iOS 6.0.1

Posted on Nov 8, 2012 2:45 PM

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Posted on Nov 8, 2012 3:15 PM

Have you tried sending iMessages on more than one Wi-Fi network?


Try the suggestions in this Apple doc -> iOS: Troubleshooting Messages

If you still can't send or receive iMessages

  1. To send and receive iMessages, your device must have a valid cellular or Wi-Fi data connection.
  2. Ensure that iMessage is turned on in Settings > Messages.
  3. iMessage registration validates your Apple ID for use with iMessage. If you are unable to activate iMessage, follow this article.
  4. If iMessage is unavailable either on the sending or receiving device, SMS will be used. You can turn this on or off in Settings > Messages > Send As SMS. Carrier messaging rates may apply.
  5. Verify that the Apple ID or phone number is listed in Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.

Note: To receive iMessages sent to your phone number on your iPad, iPod touch, or Mac, you must meet the following requirements:

  • iPad or iPod touch using iOS 6 or a Mac using OS X 10.8.2.
  • Verify that you are signed in to your Apple ID account on Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.
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Nov 8, 2012 3:15 PM in response to Ashley2014

Have you tried sending iMessages on more than one Wi-Fi network?


Try the suggestions in this Apple doc -> iOS: Troubleshooting Messages

If you still can't send or receive iMessages

  1. To send and receive iMessages, your device must have a valid cellular or Wi-Fi data connection.
  2. Ensure that iMessage is turned on in Settings > Messages.
  3. iMessage registration validates your Apple ID for use with iMessage. If you are unable to activate iMessage, follow this article.
  4. If iMessage is unavailable either on the sending or receiving device, SMS will be used. You can turn this on or off in Settings > Messages > Send As SMS. Carrier messaging rates may apply.
  5. Verify that the Apple ID or phone number is listed in Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.

Note: To receive iMessages sent to your phone number on your iPad, iPod touch, or Mac, you must meet the following requirements:

  • iPad or iPod touch using iOS 6 or a Mac using OS X 10.8.2.
  • Verify that you are signed in to your Apple ID account on Settings > Messages > Send & Receive.

iMessage on my iPod touch isn't working, and I've tried everything I can think of to fix it. Help?!

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