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How to Fix Message Blocking is Active on Android and iPhone 6n2t6

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Key Takeaways
  • Message Blocking is Active error can prevent you from sending texts, usually due to a block or carrier issues
  • Solutions include checking network coverage, using iMessage, setting automatic date and time, enabling SMS access, and unblocking s
  • If issues persist, your service provider to your mobile number status and transactions noise on your device.

Do you face an issue while sending a message to your favorite person because every time you try to do this, you get unable to send a message- message blocking is active on phone error message? However, it’s convenient, easy, and often more efficient than a phone call.

It is not at all uncommon for people to experience this error when sending a message when they have to text someone for something important. But, nothing to worry about as we have some fixes to this problem. So, let’s get started with the guide. 

Why Is Message Blocking Active on Android/iPhone? 332o6k

How to Fix Message Blocking is Active on Android and iPhone

After sending a message (using your Android phone, iPhone, or T-Mobile), you receive a message that says: Unable to send a message – Message Blocking is active. This indicates you have blocked or blacklisted that number, so your phone cannot send that message. that the email or phone number of the reinsures is correct if the receiver is unable to receive the message.

  1. It is impossible to send messages to others if the provider’s service is down for some reason. If Message Blocking is active, you may receive an error message. Most of the time, it is just a temporary problem that the provider will solve as soon as possible.
  2. If the number has been added to the blacklist by mistake, it might be a mistake on your part. If so, sending a message to that is impossible.
  3. It is also possible to receive this error when sending a SMS message if your phone is configured not to send or receive SMS messages.
  4. A T-Mobile error with blocked short codes always causes this issue. It is possible to resolve the issue with T-mobile .

You can try a few fixes on your phone if you see the “message blocking is active” error message. Make sure you read over each of these fixes individually and determine which is most appropriate for your device.

Check Your Network 705f57

Check Network

It is important to ensure that your phone is receiving sufficient signal coverage before sending a text. You should also your provider to your subscription if you’re subscribed to a data-only plan. It may solve the issue if you opt for a plan that includes Text messaging.

Send the Text using iMessage  3t3821

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There is also the option of using iMessage for Text messaging. You may find this feature useful if you are experiencing SMS issues because it sends your Text through the internet. In order to use iMessage, you will need an iOS device, and your recipient will need an iOS device.

You can send texts via iMessage by following these steps:

  1. Open Messages on your iPhone.
  2. Click Compose. Then, type the recipient’s name in the To field.
  3. Send the message by typing it in and clicking Send. You will now be able to send the message via iMessage to your recipient.

Enable Automatic Date And Time 1h6c3x

You may experience problems with certain services and apps if your phone is set to the wrong time or Date. Follow the steps below to set your phone to always use the network-provided time to avoid any inconsistencies.

Android: 613i3m

  1. Open your phone’s Settings app and tap System at the bottom. Tap on Date & time.Enable Automatic Date And Time
  2. You can toggle the switch next to ‘Use network-provided time‘ if you want.Enable Automatic Date And Time

iPhone: 194u3i

  1. On your iPhone, tap on Date & Time in the Settings app.Enable Automatic Date And Time
  2. Make sure that Set Automatically is toggled on.Enable Automatic Date And Time

Allow SMS Access 51235h

Some messaging applications must use the access feature in order to send messages correctly. Thus, we will enable Access from the settings in the messaging app we are using in this step. For that:

  1. Select the Settings icon from the notifications .
  2. Go to Application and then Apps.Allow  SMS Access
  3. In the top right corner, click the Three Dots.
  4. From the list of options, select Special Access.Allow  SMS Access
  5. Select  SMS Access.Allow  SMS Access
  6. Then select Ask for the Application you wish to allow.Allow  SMS Access
  7. See if the issue persists.

Remove the Number from the Blacklist 693h1f

Sometimes you can accidentally block your recipient. You can easily reverse this by going to the settings on your phone. You can use this method to resolve “message blocking is active” issues on your phone quickly.

Here are the instructions you need to follow on an Android device to unblock the recipient:

  1. Open your phone’s Phone app.
  2. In the upper right corner, tap More (three vertical dots) and choose Settings.
  3. Select Blocked Numbers. Tap Unblock next to the recipient’s number.
  4. You might want to try resending your message to see if it resolves the issue.

You can unblock the recipient on an iOS device by following these steps:

  1. Go to phone> Recents on your iPhone.
  2. On the recipient’s rightmost side, tap the Info icon.
  3. Select Unblock this Caller from the list.
  4. See if the error message blocking is active and still appears after sending the message again.

your Mobile Number 3de5r

Your service provider will need to check its status if a phone number hasn’t been used for a few weeks or months or hasn’t had significant activity. It may be possible to suspend a number that has not been used for a considerable period of time.

Some Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs 5d285m


Is it still possible to send messages if they are blocked? 3u3026

Those who block you will not receive your texts if they have blocked your number. Hence, you will probably not receive a notification or tick that says “delivered.” The message might end up in the spam folder on some phones, while on other phones, it is never received and cannot be found.

How can you tell if someone blocked your number? 4r1j6w

Check whether someone has blocked your number by calling them. If you are having trouble getting a response from your phone call, try using another number or a friend’s phone and see if that works. There is a possibility that the recipient has blocked your number if you receive this message.

What can you do if someone blocks you? 3c34i

If someone has blocked you, you shouldn’t them. You can tell that they don’t want to communicate with you by the fact that they are clear. It is possible, however, to send them messages over social media or use a different phone number to get in touch with them. Calling or texting them may even convince them to reconsider. You may need another’s phone.

From Author’s Desk 36134a

So, that’s how to fix if you are unable to send a message- message blocking is active on phone error message. We hope that this guide has helped you. But, in case you still have any questions on your mind, comment below and let us know. 

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Daniel Carver
https://itechhacks.toallowsite.com/
Daniel is a senior content writer at the iTech Hacks. He's having 8 years of experience in Technology and troubleshooting topics. Coming from a background of engineering, you will often see his writing stuff related to How To's, Android, and iOS.

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