Why do my texts say they're from my icloud email

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When I send imessages and texts to people it shows up as my icloud email, not my contact information. How do I fix this?

iPhone 5, iOS 7

Posted on Sep 22, 2013 5:59 PM

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Answer 1

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Go to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive and make sure only the phone number is checked.

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Answer 2

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I have the same issue, but when I try to select my phone number in "Send & Receive" it is greyed out. Any suggestions?

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Answer 3

Level 1

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Try toggling your iMessage Off then back On. It should re-establish fresh connection & allow you to edit your "send & receive" area.

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Answer 4

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that seemed to work - thanks claysin!

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Answer 5

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No prob, glad it helped!

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