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Rich Communication Services (RCS)

What is RCS?  

Rich Communication Services (RCS) is an advanced messaging protocol.

RCS improves messaging with the following key features: 

  • Multimedia sharing: effortlessly share images, videos, and audio messages
  • Group chats: have conversations with multiple people at the same time
  • Read receipts: know when your messages have been read
  • Typing indicators: see when someone is responding
  • No character limits: send longer messages without restrictions 

How do I use RCS?  

RCS is automatically enabled on all compatible devices on iOS 18.2 onwards. To turn it on or off:

  1. Open Settings on your device
  2. Scroll down and tap Apps
  3. Go to Messages
  4. Tap RCS Messaging and toggle on or off 

Frequently asked questions

RCS messages are sent over Wi-Fi or using mobile data. If you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network, you won’t have to pay anything to use RCS messaging on your iPhone. Using mobile data? You’ll be charged as per your allowances.

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