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# [USA] I can't receive text messages

# **What to Do If You Can’t Receive Text Messages**

If you are unable to send or receive SMS messages, please follow the steps below to troubleshoot the issue.


### **Step 1. Restart Your Phone**

Turn your phone off and wait 30 seconds before turning it back on.
If you are using a physical SIM card, please remove it, reinsert it, and then power the device back on. 

Most issues can be resolved by simply restarting your device.

Once you restart your device, try receiving a text message. If you still have the same trouble, move on to the next step.


### **Step 2. Make Sure “Do Not Disturb” Is Turned Off**

Do Not Disturb may silence notifications and prevent you from noticing new messages.

* iPhone : Settings > Do Not Disturb > Make sure all toggles are turned off.
* Android: Settings > Notifications > Do not disturb > Make sure a toggle is turned off


### **Step 3. If Messages From Certain Numbers Aren’t Coming Through**

Check if the specific number has been blocked.

* **Apple** : Settings > Privacy & Security > Blocked Contacts > Ensure the number is not listed.
* **Android** : Messages app > Tap the menu button (top right) > Block numbers and spam >  Block numbers > Make sure the number is not blocked.


### **Step 4. Check Your iMessage or RCS Messaging status**

If the issue is specific to iMessage (iPhone) or RCS Chat Features (Android), make sure your mobile data is working properly.
These messaging services require a data connection.


### **Step 5. If the Issue Still Isn’t Resolved**

If none of the steps above resolve the issue, please contact the PhoneBox Customer Support team 
[How to contact to PhoneBox Customer Support ](https://phonebox.crisp.help/en/article/usa-how-to-contact-customer-service-at-phonebox-1clpu57/)

To help us assist you faster, include the following information:
* Device model (e.g., Samsung Galaxy S20)
* Account information: name, phone number, email
* IMEI number (Dial *#06# to view it)
* Description of the issue + date when the issue started
* Your Regeion
* Confirm that you have tried all the troubleshooting steps above

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