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August 27, 2026
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Wrong number showing on receiving handset

  • August 27, 2026
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I've recently joined Id mobile and ported my number over from previous network via PAC code over a month ago. When I send SMS Messages the recipients receive the text from the number I was assigned when I took out the contract, therefore, I am not receiving a response.  I do receive messages if sent directly to my number (original brought over number).    

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    Gemma M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    September 2, 2026

    Hi ​@Mayno,

     

    I'm really sorry to hear you're experiencing issues with your mobile number. Please try the steps below, depending on the type of phone you have:

     

    For Android:

    • Open Settings
    • Tap General Management
    • Tap Reset
    • Select Reset network settings

     

    For iPhone:

    • Go to Settings
    • Tap Phone
    • Tap My Number
    • Delete the old number
    • Enter the new number
    • Tap Save


    Then follow these steps to refresh iMessage:

    1. Go to Settings
    2. Tap Messages
    3. Turn iMessage OFF
    4. Go to Settings > General
    5. Tap Reset
    6. Choose Reset Network Settings
    7. Once your iPhone restarts, go back to Settings
    8. Tap Messages
    9. Turn iMessage ON again


    Your iPhone should now recognise the new SIM and verify your number.

     

    Regards,

     

    Gemma M

    The iD Mobile Social Media Team

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    New Contributor
    September 10, 2026

    I’m having exactly the same problem. Resetting the settings has made absolutely no difference. I’m using Android, so I strongly suspect that something has been switched over or configured incorrectly on your side. Please check this properly, as resetting the settings clearly isn’t resolving the issue.

    iD Mobile Employee
    September 11, 2026

    Hi ​@GosiaCh.

     

    Thanks for confirming that the reset hasn't resolved this, that's useful to know and it does point to something needing a closer look on the account side.

     

    Could you please contact us directly via Live Chat: https://www.idmobile.co.uk/live-chat so the team can review this properly on your account?

     

    Thanks,

    Marquerita

    The iD Mobile Team

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