Help! Not receiving text messages from one person on my Android

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I’m having a strange issue with text messages…

I’ve been having this frustrating problem lately where I am not receiving text messages from one specific person on my Android phone.
It’s really weird because I can receive texts from everyone else, just not from them. I’ve tried a few things to troubleshoot the issue, but I’m not sure what else to do. Here are some details:

  • Contact: This is a friend of mine, and our conversations have always gone through without any issues.
  • Phone Model: I’m using a Samsung Galaxy S21 with the latest Android version.
  • Messaging App: I’m using the default messaging app.

Steps I’ve Taken:

  1. Checked Blocked Contacts: I went into my settings to see if I might have inadvertently blocked them. They’re not on the blocked list.
  2. Clear Cache: I cleared the cache of the messaging app to see if that would help.
  3. Network Issues: I checked my network connection, and it seems fine. I can send and receive calls and texts from everyone else.
  4. Reset App Preferences: I reset app preferences in case there was a setting I missed.
  5. Restarted Phone: I’ve rebooted my phone a couple of times to refresh everything.

Questions:

  • Has anyone else experienced this issue with a specific contact?
  • Are there any other settings I should check?
  • Could this be an issue on their end, like something wrong with their device or carrier?
  • Any troubleshooting steps you recommend?
    I’d appreciate any insights or suggestions. I’m really hoping to resolve this quickly!
    Thanks in advance for your help!
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Have you checked your blocking settings? Sometimes we inadvertently block contacts. Go to your messaging app and check if they’re on the blocked list.

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That’s a great point! I had a similar issue and found I accidentally blocked my best friend. Also, check if you’re using a third-party messenger app, they can have their own settings.

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Sometimes it can be a simple issue with the messaging app cache. Go to settings, find your messaging app, and clear the cache. It worked for me once!

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Thanks, I’ll try that! I did notice some weird glitches lately.

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If clearing the cache doesn’t help, check your mobile data and Wi-Fi settings. Messages can sometimes be blocked if your connection is flaky.

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Good suggestions so far! Also, ensure you haven’t set any specific data limits for your messaging app in the phone settings. Some apps can get restricted data access.

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Could it also be something on my phone’s side? Like an outdated OS?

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Absolutely! Make sure your phone’s software is up to date. Manufacturers often release updates to fix bugs, including messaging issues.

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I’ve had this before! Reach out to your carrier; sometimes they have account issues that can prevent messages from coming through.

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That’s a good one! Perhaps I should check if there are any service outages too.

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And if all fails, restarting your phone can sometimes magically resolve these issues. It sounds silly but it works more often than you think!

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Haha, I’m definitely down to try magic! It’s worth a shot!

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Let’s not forget to check if they have the right number saved. Miscommunication can happen even among friends!

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That’s a solid point! If that’s the issue, I’ll owe my friend a pizza for wasting their time.

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Have you checked if that person has accidentally muted your notifications or something? Sometimes we overlook the simplest issues.

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That’s a good point! It’s worth asking them directly if they’ve changed anything on their end.

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Another thought—could they have blocked you without you realizing? It’s rare, but it happens.

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That’s a bummer if true! Blocking is such an awkward situation. Have you tried texting other people to see if it’s just them?

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Don’t jump to conclusions just yet! Maybe they’re just super busy or have a case of the ‘ignore your messages’ syndrome.

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