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charges for SMS picture messages

  • July 26, 2025
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Stardust
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I have a SIM only plan and previous couldn't use  picture messages in normal text messaging because it wasn't included in the plan. 

I've received a SMS picture message today. (Google text messages).

Will this be charged ??

Best answer by WelshPaul

You are only charged when sending MMS messages, not for receiving them. 

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Decembersangel72
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Hi ​@Stardust 

Yes, with iD Mobile, you will be charged for receiving MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) messages, such as those containing pictures, videos, or other media, even if they are sent via Google Messages. According to iD Mobile. These messages are not included in standard SMS allowances and are treated as out-of-plan usage, resulting in additional charges. 
Look at the information under the ‘MMS (Multimedia Message Service)’ header and it states ‘MMS stands for Multimedia Messaging Service. It makes it possible for you to send and receive messages containing pictures, photos, emojis, GIFs, videos and sound clips. MMS messages aren’t included as part of your monthly text allowances, so every time you send one you’ll be charged at our out-of-plan MMS rate.

Hope this helps x
 


WelshPaul
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  • July 27, 2025

You are only charged when sending MMS messages, not for receiving them. 


Kash M
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  • July 28, 2025

Hi ​@Stardust,

It looks like ​@WelshPaul and ​@Decembersangel72 have answered your query.

If you require further assistance, please get back to us here.

 

Kash