IOS – I don’t want to use iMessage on an iOS 11 phone. How to turn it off

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How do I turn it off?

When I sent to Settings, Messages and turned off iMessages. But then I am unable to SMS people with iPhones.

Error dialog pops up:

iMessage needs to be enabled to send this message.

I don't want to fix iMessage. I don't want to use it. I have unlimited SMS so don't see the point. Is this possible?

Best Answer

Turn off iMessage by going to Settings>Messages and switching off iMessage.

Then make sure "MMS Messagging" is turned on.

For more information check here:

Deregister iMessage on your iPhone

If you still have your iPhone, you can deregister iMessage with these steps:

  1. If you transferred your SIM card from your iPhone to a non-Apple phone, put it back in your iPhone.

  2. Make sure that you're connected to your cellular data network.

  3. Tap Settings > Messages and turn off iMessage.

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