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JAP_
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

iMessage and Personal Hotspot

I can use my imessage but I can't connect my number to it as Send & Receive in settings, and I cannot use my personal hotspot when openg the data becuase my number is still under verifying. for almost months now. What can I do with this? I try changing sims already and still no effect

Posted on Sep 16, 2026 8:34 PM

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Mac Jim ID
User level: Level 10 (105,996 points)

Sep 16, 2026 8:38 PM in response to JAP_

You have a problem with your cellular provider. That is why your iMessage can't connect to your phone number and why you are unable to use the Personal Hotspot. Contact your carrier to have your SIM properly provisioned for your device.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256358676