How to fix Google not Sending Code to Phone?

If Google is not sending a verification code to your phone, call Google support at 1-866-719-1006 tollfree this can prevent you from signing in or verifying your account. Here's how to troubleshoot and fix it:

Why Google Might Not Be Sending the Code

Common Causes:

• Wrong phone number or country code
  
  
• Poor network signal
  
  
• SMS blocked by your carrier or phone settings
  
  
• Delayed or filtered messages
  
  
• Google account issues
  
  
• You're using a VOIP number (Google often blocks these)
  
  

Fix: Step-by-Step Troubleshooting

1. Check Your Phone Signal

• Make sure you have good cellular reception.
  
  
• Try toggling Airplane Mode ON and OFF.
  
  
• If possible, restart your phone.
  
  

2. Confirm Your Number

• Double-check that Google has the correct number, including country code (e.g.,  for U.S.).
  
  
• If you're entering it manually, ensure no typos.
  
  

3. Wait and Try Again

• Google may rate-limit SMS requests.
  
  
• Wait 15–30 minutes, then try again.
  
  
• Don’t keep clicking "Resend code" rapidly — it can delay delivery.
  
  

4. Try an Alternative Verification Method

When prompted:

• Choose “Try another way” or “Verify another way” (usually a link).
  
  
• You may be offered:
  
  
• A backup phone number
  
  
• Email verification
  
  
• Google prompts (sent to another signed-in device)
  
  
• Authenticator app (if you’ve set it up)
  
  
• Backup codes
  
  

5. Use Google Prompt (if enabled)

• If you’ve enabled Google Prompt, you’ll get a pop-up on your signed-in phone/tablet instead of SMS.
  
  
• Tap Yes on the prompt to verify.
  
  

6. Check Message Blocking

• Make sure you or your carrier is not blocking shortcodes or SMS from unknown numbers.
  
  
• Check spam folders (if using SMS apps that sort messages).
  
  

7. Use a Different Network

• If you're on Wi-Fi only, try switching to mobile data, or vice versa.
  
  

8. Use Authenticator App (if set up)

If you've set up Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator, you can use it to get codes even without SMS.

9. Contact Your Mobile Carrier

• Ask if there are issues with receiving SMS from shortcodes (used by Google for verification).
  
  

10. Contact Google Support

If you’re locked out, go to: Google not Sending Code to Phone

Follow the prompts to recover your account or request a code through alternative means.

Pro Tip: Set Up Backup Methods

Once you regain access, set up:

• Backup codes
  
  
• Authenticator app
  
  
• Secondary email
  
  
• Backup phone number
  To avoid getting locked out again.
  
  

Would you like help recovering access to your Google account or setting up 2FA properly once you're back in?