If your iPhone is not sending Photos, the problem could be due to various reasons, ranging from poor network connectivity to Apple’s iCloud service being down and various to other reasons.
While this problem is mostly observed while trying to send photos using Text Messages, it is also known to occur while sending Photos via Email, WhatsApp and other Messaging Apps.
In general, users have reported seeing a red “Not Delivered” message with a red exclamation (!) mark imposed on the undelivered photo or image.
iPhone Not Sending Photos Issue
If you are unable to send photos to Android device users, the problem is most likely due to MMS and Group Messaging not being enabled on iPhone and this can be easily fixed by enabling MMS/Group Messaging on your iPhone.
If your are still unable to send photos, you should be able to fix the problem using other troubleshooting steps as provided below in this guide.
1. Check Network Strength
A good network connectivity strength is required to send photos. Hence, take a look at the top-left corner of the screen to check and confirm that Network strength at your current location.
If the reception is poor, try moving to another place where you can get a good network connection or wait for network connectivity to improve.
2. Enable Cellular Data
If you are not connected to Home or Office WiFi Network, you need to make sure that Cellular Data is enabled on your device.
1. Open Settings > tap on Cellular.
2. On the next screen, enable Cellular Data by moving the slider to ON position.
Note: Enabling Data Roaming while you are travelling or outside your service provider’s network can be expensive.
3. Make Sure MMS Messaging is Switched On
If you are unable to send Photos to Android device users, the problem is mostly due to MMS Messaging not being enabled on your iPhone.
1. Open Settings > scroll down and tap on Messages.
2. On the next screen, move the toggle next to MMS Messaging to ON position.
This will ensure that your iPhone is able to send photos to both Apple device users (iMessages) and Android Device users (SMS/MMS Messages).
4. Restart iPhone
A simple Restart of any device has the potential to fix problems and it is recommended that you do not miss the step.
1. Go to Settings > General > scroll down and tap on Shut Down.
2. On the next screen, use the Slider to Power OFF iPhone.
3. Wait for 30 seconds and restart your device by pressing the Power button.
5. Check if Apple’s iMessage Service is Down
The problem could be due to Apple’s iMessage service being down or going through problems. You can rule out this possibility by going to Apple’s System Status page.
On this page, Apple provides a list of all its services and their current status of service (Available or Unavailable).
6. Disable Wi-Fi Assist
The Wi-Fi Assist feature on iPhone can sometimes create problems due to its tendency to automatically switch from Cellular to available WiFi Networks.
1. Open Settings > tap on Cellular.
2. On the next screen, scroll all the way down and move the toggle next to WiFi Assist to OFF position.
After this, try to send the photos again to see if your iPhone is still having problems while sending photos.
7. Install Updates
Sometimes, the problem is due to iOS and other updates waiting to be installed on your device.
1. Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
2. On the next screen, tap on the Update option to install updates (if available).