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September 24, 2026
Question

not receiving authentication codes

I am not receiving authentication codes through a sms message when I’ve entered my Moblie number 

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    iD Mobile Employee
    September 27, 2026

    Hi ​@Leaa.

     

    Thank you for your post. Not receiving SMS authentication codes after entering your mobile number can sometimes happen if you've recently done a number transfer. This can cause a temporary mismatch between your number and the network, which affects SMS delivery.

     

    To resolve this, please try a network reset on your device:

    For Android:

    Open Settings
    Tap General management
    Tap Reset
    Tap Reset network settings

     

    For iPhone:

    Go to Settings
    Tap Phone
    Tap My Number
    Use the delete button to remove the old number
    Use the keypad to enter the new number
    Tap Save
    Go to Settings
    Tap Messages
    Turn off iMessage
    Go to General
    Tap Reset
    Tap Reset Network Settings
    Once the iPhone restarts, go back to Settings
    Tap Messages
    Turn iMessage back ON

     

    This should allow your device to recognise the new SIM/number and get it re-verified, which typically resolves the authentication code issue.

    Please give this a try and let us know if you're still having trouble afterward.

     

    Thanks,

    Marquerita

    The iD Mobile Team

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