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Why is iMessage sending to email and not phone number?
The sender needs to attach their number to their iMessage “Send & Receive” list. On the iPhone they can go to Settings -> Messages -> Send And Receive -> Add iPhone phone number along with their Apple ID email. Then make sure the phone number has a check mark next to it.
Why are Imessages sending as email?
You just have to make sure to leave your phone number as it is. Go to your iPhone’s settings. Go to your phone’s iMessage section, then tap on the Send and Receive section. Tap the phone number instead of showing the email.
How do you stop text messages from going to your email?
To disable this feature:
- On the phone, open the Email application.
- Tap Settings, then tap Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync in the Accounts group.
- Next, tap Settings under Common settings group, then tap your email address.
- Scroll down and under the Server settings group, uncheck Sync SMS.
Why does my iPhone send texts as emails?
I am sending them to mobile contact numbers in my phone and not email addresses. Go to Settings>Messages>Receive At>Caller ID. Choose your phone number rather than your email address. Thank you!!! This fixed my issue….
Why do I get email on my iPhone instead of my phone number?
It’s also possible that a person is using a Mac or iPad and not having an iPhone, in which case the phone number doesn’t get linked with Apple ID. Messages app on iPhone gives priority to iMessage over SMS (if the recipient’s email/phone number is registered with Messages).
How does iMessage work on an I phone?
Messages app on iPhone gives priority to iMessage over SMS (if the recipient’s email/phone number is registered with Messages). The Messages app displays the email address of the recipient if it’s an Apple ID. The message can be sent as an iMessage.
Can a text message be sent with an email address?
The Messages app displays the email address of the recipient if it’s an Apple ID. The message can be sent as an iMessage. In your case, its possible that the contact has only email address available and it’s an Apple ID registered with Messages. If the contact also has a phone number saved, it will be listed and SMS can be sent to it.