How to Change Your Phone Number on iMessage

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Settings app.

   It should turn grey, signifying that iMessage is now off. ,,,, You should see the Apple logo pop up after a few seconds. ,,, Doing so will turn your iMessages back on, thereby resetting your phone number.,, You should see your phone number in grey text with a checkmark to the left of it.
   
   If you still aren't seeing the correct number here, try redoing this process.
   
   If that doesn't work, you may need to contact Apple support.
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   Step 2: Tap Messages.

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   Step 3: Tap the switch next to "iMessage".

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   Step 4: Hold down the Power button.

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   Step 5: Swipe the "slide to power off" slider right.

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   Step 6: Wait for 10 minutes.

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   Step 7: Hold down your Power button again.

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   Step 8: Open the Settings menu.

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   Step 9: Tap Messages.

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    Step 10: Tap the switch next to "iMessage".

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    Step 11: Tap Send & Receive.

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    Step 12: Review your current number.

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