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Netflix texts not arriving

sealdriver
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Netflix texts not arriving

Hi, I recently added my mobile number to Netflix and requested the verification code, they say it has been sent but it never arrives. I contacted them and they said I have to ask for my mobile provider to allow texts from them. Is this a thing? If so, how do I do it?

I've never had a problem receiving texts from anywhere else.

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Gandalf
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Re: Netflix texts not arriving

Hi there.
This is quite odd. My first thought would be that Netflix may be using short codes/numbers which we don’t support on our network, but it would appear that this only affects the ability to send to a short number rather than receive.

Have you tried entering your mobile number with and without the 0 in front?
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Anoush Mortazavi
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sealdriver
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Re: Netflix texts not arriving

Yes, I tried that but their system seems to add it back in anyway. No idea why it is happening but they are adamant they are not doing anything wrong. 

 

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Gandalf
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Re: Netflix texts not arriving

Having a look into the settings of my parents Netflix account(I don't have one myself), under Communication Settings in your Account there's a box that says "Do not send me any emails or text messages". I'm assuming that's not ticked?

That said this box may not make a difference to a verification code being sent.

 

Are you able to use a different mobile number instead just to try to eliminate possible causes? For example using a number not with plusnet and another number with plusnet. If possible.

From 31st October 2022, I no longer have a regular presence here as I’ve moved on to a new role.
Anoush Mortazavi
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