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April 24, 2026

OTP and shortcode messages are not working

  • April 24, 2026
  • 3 replies
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Since switching to iD mobile, I cannot receive any OTP or any shortcode messages. I've tried all the suggestions online and nothing works. I tried contacting iD but that doesn't work either! It's so frustrating. I need to access my banking apps and without being able to receive a one time pass code, I can't do that!

    3 replies

    Owethu M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    April 27, 2026

    Hi ​@Madge15 , 

    I do apologise that you are unable to receive One Time PIN from bank. Please check if the number is correct under settings. 

     

    📱 iPhone Check & Update Number + Network Reset

     

    Please follow the steps below:

    🔎 Check your number

    • Go to Settings
    • Tap Phone
    • Select My Number
    • Confirm which number is currently displayed

    If the number shown is incorrect:

    • Tap the field and enter the correct mobile number
    • Please note: it may not save immediately on first attempt — this is normal
    • Confirm once updated

    If the issue continues:

    • Open Settings
    • Tap General
    • Scroll down and select Transfer or Reset iPhone
    • Tap Reset
    • Select Reset Network Settings
    • Enter passcode if prompted
    • Confirm reset

     

    🤖 Android – Check & Correct Number + Fix SMS Issues


    🔎 Check SIM number

    • Go to Settings
    • Tap About Phone or About Device
    • Tap Status
    • Select SIM Status or SIM Card Status
    • Look for My Phone Number

    ✏️ If number needs updating (Messages app fix)

    If the wrong number appears in messaging:

    • Open Messages app
    • Tap More (⋮)
    • Tap Settings
    • Tap Advanced
    • Select Phone number
    • Edit and enter correct SIM number
    • Tap OK

    Also please try the SIM in another handset 

    Owethu

    Madge15Author
    New Contributor
    April 27, 2026

    The issue has resolved itself now. Thank you all for trying to help.

    Gemma M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    April 27, 2026

    Hi ​@Madge15,

     

    Thanks for letting us know. If there is anything else that we can assist you with, please do not hesitate to get back in touch. 

     

    Regards,

     

    Gemma M

    The iD Mobile Social Media Team

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