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titleIMPORTANT! Issues with messages sent over Wi-Fi are likely due to your cellular provider, not your Wi-Fi or Internet connection.

NocTel has encountered issues with messaging over Wi-Fi caused by app or cellular provider settings. If implementing the solution below does not resolve your issue, please contact your cellular provider's support for assistance.

Why Aren't My Messages Sending Over My Wi-Fi Connection?

Some default messaging apps like Samsung Messages do not have RCS enabled by default. In these instances, larger messages fail either because they are too large or because the phone defaults to a weaker cellular connection rather than Wi-Fi. If you are experiencing messaging issues while on your NocTel Fiber connection, try the steps below to enable RCS messaging and switch your default messaging app and ensure  RCS messaging is enabled. 


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What is MMS and RCS?

Rich Communication Services (RCS) is a modern messaging protocol that enhances the traditional SMS/MMS experience with interactive and high-res media. RCS uses Wi-Fi or Data (Internet-based) connections. RCS offers features like typing indicators, read receipts, and larger file sizes.

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