Data Connectivity Problems [CDMA]

Please note: These following steps are for TextNow CDMA devices only. 



If your data connection is intermittent, or your device is having a hard time connecting to 3G/4G, please follow the steps below to resolve this. Also, please ensure you have wifi available before performing these steps:

For most Android phones:

  1. Go to Settings > WiFi and slide Wifi on if it is not already enabled.
  2. Connect to a Wi-Fi network if you're not already connected. You might need to know the password for the wifi network in order to connect. 
  3. Turn Airplane Mode off if it's on. You can usually find Airplane Mode under Settings > More... or Settings > More Settings .
  4. Go to Settings > More... (or More Settings) > Mobile Networks > Mobile Data> Toggle it OFF and back ON
  5. Go to Settings > More... (or More Settings) > Roaming > Roaming Network > Change this to Sprint Only.
  6. Go to Settings > System Update > Update PRL 
  7. Go to Settings > System Update > Update Profile (device may reboot)
  8. Test by launching Chrome or another browser.

For Samsung Galaxy devices running Android Kit-Kat or Lollipop:

  1. Go to Settings > Connections tab > slide WiFi on (if it is not already enabled)
  2. Connect to a Wi-Fi network if you are not already connected to one
  3. Go to Settings > Connections tab > More Networks > and make sure Airplane mode is off
  4. Go to Settings > Connections tab > More Networks > Mobile Networks > Mobile Data > Toggle it OFF and back ON
  5. Go to Settings > Connections tab > More Networks > Roaming > Roaming Network > Change this to Home Only.
  6. Go to Settings > More tab > System Updates > Update PRL 
  7. Go to Settings > More Tab > System Updates > Update Profile (device may reboot)
  8. Test by launching the Chrome or another browser.

For Motorola Devices:

  • Go to Settings > slide WiFi on if it is not already enabled.
  • Connect to a Wi-Fi network if you are not already connected to one
  • Go to Settings > More > make sure Airplane mode is off
  • Go to Settings > Data usage > Mobile Data > Toggle it OFF and back ON
  • Go to Settings > System Updates > Update PRL 
  • Go to Settings > System Updates > Update Profile (your device may reboot)
  • Test by launching Chrome or another browser.

 

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    LaShayla Williamson

    I purchased the samsung galaxy s6 from your company and I cant use any data no texting sending or receiving unless Im near wifi. I called and tbe issue still isnt resolved. Im highly upset. I cant get calls while Im at work so my kids need to contact via text and they cant. I paid all this,money for a phone that is useless.

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    Valeria TextNow+Support

    Hey LaShayla! It seems as though you did speak to a representative yesterday morning and they were able to confirm that your data was indeed working during the call.

    Everything on our end seems to be indicating that you have a data signal, however, if that is not the case, please reach out to us once again (perhaps it'd be easier to do so on live chat support on textnow.com/wireless) so we can test this out even more!

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    Kristara Callahan

    My phone is disconnected

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    Valeria TextNow+Support

    Hi Kirstara! It appears as though we've placed the account on hold due to your last correspondence with us claiming that you still haven't received the device.

    We'd need to confirm your account information in order to reactivate the service, so please head over to our live chat support on textnow.com/wireless for further assistance :)

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    Teresa Diggs

    My device will not connect to any network I cannot make calls or receive calls all of the settings are in the correct place the mobile data is on the airplane mode is turned off it is saying network not connected and the bill is already paid for this month will I get credit for the days that this device is not acting right?

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    Erin TextNow Support

    Hi Teresa,

    It looks like you have been able to use some data since your plan renewed the other day. However, if you are having trouble with your calls and getting a reliable network connection we would like to get your device details so we can assist you with some troubleshooting. Please reach out to our live chat support team in the bottom right corner of this page so we can help you out.

    Edited by Erin TextNow Support
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    Laureen Wiley

    I can't get my WiFi on I have spectrum5

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    Erin TextNow Support

    Hi Laureen,

    I've taken a look at your account and it looks like you've ordered an LG K3 from us which was delivered yesterday, is this the device you're having trouble with? We'd like to speak to you directly to get some additional information to get this resolved. Please reach out to our chat support team so we can get more details.

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    Greg Esten

    2g is useless. If your data plan is running out go to a better plan if u can afford it!!

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    Shawn Zombie

    I need a tech to help mobile number 469-383-5521 I did a data reset and now it wont connect to the network

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    Erin TextNow Support

    Hi Shawn,

    If you're unable to connect to the data network after resetting your phone, you may need to also reset your network connection by following the steps outlined here. Once that's completed, if you're still having trouble, please reach out to our chat support team for further assistance. They'll be available in the bottom right corner of this page from 10am-5:30pm EST daily.

    Edited by Erin TextNow Support
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    Vincent Brooks

    My s7 came a few days ago. At first I was unable to use data at all and gave me that message and two others. I followed the steps but nothing changed. Now I'm also unable to send texts when off wifi but I can still make calls.?

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    Greg King

    It wont let me make calls and none of these solutions help. I have a Moto e4

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    Erin TextNow Support

    Hi Vincent and Greg,

    Our chat support team is available from 10am-5:30pm EST daily to help you with any calling or texting issues you may be having. Please reach out to us there so we can speak with you in real time and help get this resolved!

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    Joshua Dennis

    My phone has had ni data, i dont know why im still paying them every month

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    Erin TextNow Support

    Hi Joshua,

    I've taken a look at your account and it looks like you've been able to use over 1GB of data in the past 5 days. If for any reason you're having trouble with your service we'll need to get some more information from you to help get this resolved. Please reach out to our chat support team in the bottom right corner of this page for assistance.

    We'll be available from 10am-5:30pm EST daily.

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    Jessica Davis

    My phone works fine with Wi-Fi no problems but I don't have Wi-Fi at the moment and it's not wanting to work good at all. I didn't know that i had to have Wi-Fi all the time to use my phone if that is true I'll probably be getting a new phone with another company because i can't afford Wi-Fi at the moment.

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    Erin TextNow Support

    Hi Jessica, You should be able to call and text off of WIFI with your data plan. Please make sure that you have your Mobile Data setting turned on. If you continue to have trouble, please reach out to our chat support team so we can help improve your network connection and service off of WIFI.

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    Rob Johnson

    The Sprint Network in my area of Nevada has been down for as long as five days in a row during the past month. Early every morning it goes down and as I type this I have no connection. Usually it's up and running by noon. It's getting ridiculous.

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    Valeria TextNow+Support

    Hey Rob, I'm terribly sorry to hear of this! Unfortunately, we don't have any control over the physical network in your area, but it might be worthwhile to head over to our live chat support between 10am-5:30pm EST, so we can see if we can set up any sort of escalation for you.

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    Rob Johnson

    Unfortunately I'm on day 3 of no service. It's virtually impossible to try and catch live chat as I drive around town at 4:32 PST searching for a wifi connection.

    I actually have three paid text now plans, but unfortunately Sprint's infastructure stinks. In the past 30 days I've had no less then 20 service interputions with the longest being almost six days. Living just 40 miles outside of Las Vegas dependable signal is essential in this rual area in which many commute.

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    null null

    I’m trying to make a What’s App using my TextNow number but it won’t allow me to. It says number is not a valid US number

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    Erin TextNow Support

    Free TextNow numbers do not officially support 3rd party app verifications. If Whatsapp does not recognize your TextNow number we are not able to override that on our end.

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    Steven Cortiz

    I have an iPhone and want to get the talk and text plan that is $9.99 but I’m not sure if I’ll be able to text or call if not on WiFi. I can text or call already when I’m on WiFi but I want to know if I’ll be able to text or call with that plan if I don’t have WiFi

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    Madison TextNow Support

    Hi Steven - the plan would allow you to talk and text outside of your wifi connection!

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    Katrina Emerson

    I had conection problems and was kinda rude to the man named bryan that help i tried and tried everything he said to do and wss very agitated still he was very polite and kept trying new thing to check finally he got it i was disconected before i could thank him ... if it woild of been me in his shoes i would of hung up on my rude ass so.......... thank u so so much "BRYAN" BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE IVE HAD IN A LOOOOOOONG TIME !!!!

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    Sweet Cute

    I just wanted to say thank you for the free app soon as I can afford a phone so you all I will send for one right now it's hard on monthly income sincerely thank you very much

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    Sage Le'Sueur

    What about iOS devices?

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    Joe Jennings

    Need puk code