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unable to get otp to actuslly login into my account

  • July 15, 2026
  • 3 replies
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Hi 

I joined ID two weeks ago, and have been having problems trying to login to the app and the website ever since. I am never

Sent an OTP despite restarting, reinstalling, resetting network settings, and getting a replacement SIM 

I was told through the customer services my issue was reported to IT and I'd get 

Support with 24-48 hours, this is over a week ago and I've heard nothing. 

 

I'm now outside of my cooking off period because progress and actually trying to 

Speak to someone has been so painfully slow. If I leave now I'm going to be charged 

A leaving fee, but I'm not able to actually manage my account. 

 

Can I please be sent an OTP so I can actually manage this service, or have it arranged that my contract 

Can end without these fees. 

3 replies

Owethu M
iD Mobile Employee
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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • July 16, 2026

Hi ​@Verity H

 

Thank you for reaching out. I do apologise that you are unable to receive OTP. 

 

Please check if the number under settings is showing correctly:


For iPhone:
- Please go to Settings> Phone> My Number.
- Please change it to the number you wish to keep. It might not allow to change or save immediately.
- If the number does not change kindly open the Settings app. Tap General. Scroll down to the bottom of the list. Tap Reset. The "Reset" option is at the bottom of the Settings menu. ... Tap Reset Network Settings. Enter your passcode if prompted, then tap Reset Network Settings to confirm your choice. This will help.


For android:
To check or update the number shown on your Android device, please follow the steps below:


Check your phone number in settings
1. Go to Settings
2. Tap About Phone or About Device
3. Select Status
4. Tap My phone number
On some devices, this may appear under SIM Status or SIM Card Status within the Status menu.


Update number in Messages app (if applicable)
If your number is showing incorrectly in messaging:
1. Open the Messages app
2. Tap More (⋮)
3. Select Settings
4. Tap Advanced
5. Select Phone number
6. Enter the correct number associated with your SIM
7. Tap OK to save


If the number is still incorrect


Please try the following:
* Remove the SIM card
* Restart the device
* Reinsert the SIM card
* Check again in Phone Settings


Further troubleshooting


If the issue persists after rebooting:
* Insert the SIM into a different device
* Send a text message and check whether it displays:
- Your correct (ported) number, or
- The temporary number


This will help determine whether the issue is with the SIM or the handset.

 

Owethu


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  • July 16, 2026

Hi Owethu 

 

Thanks for your reply - I've tried these steps on android and it's still not working. 

I have no other issues receiving texts or otps from other services, it's just the id login 

Either through the app or website that's not working. 

 

Thanks 

Verity


Gemma M
iD Mobile Employee
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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • July 17, 2026

Hi ​@Verity H,

 

I've just sent you a private message to help get this sorted.

 

To find it, click your profile picture in the top-right corner and select ‘Private Messages’.

 

You can also use this direct link to your inbox: https://community.idmobile.co.uk/inbox/overview 

 

We'll speak to you there.

 

Thanks,

 

Gemma M

The iD Mobile Social Media Team