Why is my number still waiting for activation iMessage?

If your iMessage or FaceTime apps are stuck on the “Waiting for activation” screen, you should try resetting them. Restarting your phone or resetting your Apple ID might fix the issue. It can take up to a day for the “Waiting for activation” message to disappear.

Why is my phone number not connecting to iMessage?

Make sure iMessage is on and set up correctly If iMessage is switched on and there is no message about activation, check that your phone is set up correctly to receive iMessages: Go to Settings > Messages and check the addresses and mobile number you have listed in Send & Receive.

How do I reconnect my number to iMessage?

On your iPhone:

  1. Go to Settings > Messages and make sure that iMessage is turned on.
  2. Tap Send & Receive.
  3. In the “You can receive iMessages to and Reply From” section, make sure that your phone number and Apple ID are selected.

How do I activate my new iPhone number?

For a quick overview, watch this video .

  1. Using your previous iPhone, ensure Find my iPhone is disabled then power it off.
  2. Press and hold the.
  3. From the Activation screen, confirm your phone number then tap.
  4. Enter the account PIN or the last 4 digits of the account owner’s Social Security Number (SSN) then tap.

Why is my iPhone not using my phone number?

Check your iPhone settings Go to Settings > Focus > Do Not Disturb and make sure it’s off. Check for any blocked phone numbers. Go to Settings > Phone > Blocked Contacts. See if Call Forwarding is turned on.

Why won’t my number verify on my new iPhone?

Answer: A: Make sure that you’re using the latest software for your Mac or iOS device. Make sure that you correctly followed the iPhone steps to set up your phone number. You should be using the same Apple ID on all of your devices.

How do I activate my iPhone number?

To turn on your phone number, select it and your Apple ID in the “You can be reached” section. If you don’t see your phone number, get help with your settings or contact Apple Support. If you see a number that isn’t yours, change your Apple ID password. To turn off your phone number, uncheck it.

How do I verify my phone number on new iPhone?

Receive a text message or phone call

  1. Click “Didn’t get a verification code” on the sign-in screen.
  2. Choose to get the code sent to your trusted phone number.
  3. You’ll receive a text message or phone call from Apple with your verification code.
  4. Enter the code on your other device to complete the sign-in process.

Why isn’t my phone number working on my new iPhone?

Answer: A: It’s likely to be a problem with Messages and FaceTime not signing you in with your phone number on your new phone. Go to Settings and turn off both Messages and FaceTime. Restart your iPhone then go back to Settings and turn them on again.

How do I associate my phone number with my iPhone?

Go to appleid.apple.com and sign in. In the Sign-In and Security section, click Apple ID. Enter the mobile phone number that you want to use as your Apple ID, then select Change Apple ID. A verification code is sent to you at that number.