Are you unable to log into your accounts because you aren’t getting verification codes? Don’t worry; there are several common solutions for not receiving verification codes on Android.

How to Fix It When You’re Not Receiving Verification Code Texts on Android

Try these steps in order until you start receiving verification messages:

1. Reboot your Android. Restarting can resolve many temporary technical issues, including network connection errors, so it’s always worth a try.

2. Check your phone number. Have the service or app send the verification text again, ensuring you provided the correct phone number.

3. Turn airplane mode on and off. You won’t receive text messages while your device is in airplane mode. Even if airplane mode is off, toggle it on and then back off to “reboot” your phone’s wireless connection.

4. Make sure you can receive calls and messages. You don’t need to be connected to mobile data or Wi-Fi, but you do require cell phone reception to receive texts. Text messages are transmitted via your carrier’s signal, not the internet.

   If your phone’s cellular connection doesn’t have any bars, try relocating to a different area to improve reception.

5. Unblock unknown senders. Blocking unknown numbers prevents receiving verification texts. Ensure unknown senders can send you messages.

   In the Phone app, tap the three dots > Settings > Blocked numbers. If the switch next to Unknown is turned on, tap it to turn it off.

6. Delete unnecessary text messages. If your texting app is full, you might not receive new messages. Delete any texts you don’t need to free up space.

7. Clear the cache for your texting app. Old or corrupted data might clog the app, preventing it from working properly.

8. Update Android. A pending bug fix may resolve the texting issue upon installation.

9. Check with your cell phone carrier. Your plan might limit the types of text messages you can receive. If unsure, contact your provider to ask if your plan restricts verification texts.

10. Find another way to verify your account. Some apps and services provide alternatives to verification texts, like sending a code via email. Additionally, some apps support receiving verification codes.

Causes of Not Receiving Verification Code Texts on Android

There are a few possible reasons why you’re not getting verification code texts. For example:

• No network connection
• You provided the wrong phone number
• Your inbox is full
• Your phone is set to block messages from unknown senders
• Your phone carrier is blocking the message