Updated on October 9, 2022 This article explains how to leave or mute group texts in Android and iOS. Instructions apply to standard iOS 12/Android 8 and above unless otherwise noted. How to Escape a Group Text on AndroidOn an Android device, you can't leave a group text without asking to be removed, but you can choose to mute notifications. The following instructions apply to the stock messages app on Android. If your Android phone uses a different texting app, for example, Messages on the Samsung phone or Google Messages, the process for leaving a group text may be different.
Leave a Group Text on an iPhoneIf you have an iPhone, you have a few options for muting unwanted group texts. Option 1: Mute NotificationsThe first option on iOS is to mute group text notifications:
When you select Hide Alerts (or Do Not Disturb in iOS 11 or earlier), you won't get a notification (and the accompanying text sound) each time someone in the group text sends a new message. To view all new messages in the thread, open the group text. This method cuts down on distractions. Option 2: Leave a Group Text on iOSThe way to really leave the conversation is easy but this isn't always an option even if you're using the Messages app on your iPhone. To leave a group text on iOS, you'll need the following circumstances:
If you are able to leave a group text on iOS, follow these instructions:
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Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe How do you leave a conversation on Iphone that won't let you?If the "Leave this Conversation" option is not shown, it means someone in the group text does not have iMessage on or isn't running the latest version of iOS. If that's the case, you won't be able to leave the conversation. The workaround is either to delete the message or mute notifications by selecting "Hide Alerts."
Why can't I leave a group text?Unfortunately, Android phones don't allow you to leave a group text in the same way that iPhones do. However, you can still mute notifications from specific group chats, even if you can't remove yourself from them entirely. This will stop any notifications, but still allow you to use the group text.
How do I remove myself from a group text?You simply open the group text you want to leave, tap the top of the conversation where it shows everyone's name, or whatever you named the group text (Megyn's Last Hurrah 2k19!!!!), and click the little “info” button, which will take you to a “Details page.” Scroll to the bottom of that and then press “Leave This ...
Why can't I leave a conversation Apple?If someone in the conversation is using SMS or MMS instead of iMessage, such as an Android user, then you have no choice but to be stuck in the conversation.
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