Can I use my iPad without a phone number?

It serves no function at all on the iPad as an iPad is incapable of connecting to any cellular telephone network. They are data only devices. Without being paired to an iPhone, an iPad has no cellular telephone voice nor SMS/MMS capabilities.

Can you set up an iPad without a phone number?

You are required to provide a telephone number in order to create an AppleID. No way around that requirement. And you would not be adding it to your iPad as an iPad cannot have a telephone number associated with it other than when linked to an iPhone.

Does a Wi-Fi only iPad have a phone number?

If you have an iPad that has Wi-Fi + Cellular, it has a phone number associated with the SIM card – you cannot place a voice call to this number, since it is a data-only plan, but you can find it in the Settings app's About section.

Do I have to add a line for an iPad?

Jump to solution. Re: iPad & Verizon add line mandatory? No. You have to purchase it at full retail price in one lump sum to avoid adding a line for the tablet.

Can I buy an iPad with cellular and not activate it?

For clarification: You can buy an iPad Wifi + Cellular, you can do so without activating a data plan with a carrier, and if you want activate it later. This means that the iPad will work off of Wifi until you decide to activate a cellular plan.

Can I FaceTime on my iPad without a phone number?

How do I get cellular data on my iPad without a SIM card?

Go to Settings > Cellular Data. Tap Add Cellular Plan. Use your iPad to scan the QR code that your carrier provided.

Can you use iPad without SIM?

The iPad does not require a SIM card to work. The SIM card just lets it connect to a cellular service provider's network for internet access but is not required. You can do anything that requires an internet connection over Wi-Fi.

Do you have to pay monthly for iPad cellular?

The Cellular or Mobile model does not require a carrier plan either. It still has thw Wifi portion that can be used as above. If you want to have internet everywhere you carrier has cell service, and not be tied to a Wifi network, then you need a cell plan from your carrier.

Can you text on a Wi-Fi only iPad?

In the Messages app , you can send text messages as SMS/MMS messages through your cellular service, or with iMessage over Wi-Fi or cellular service to people who use iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or a Mac.

Why does iPad need phone number?

The phone number associated with a cellular data service account on an iPad is used by the carrier for billing purposes. It serves no function at all on the iPad as an iPad is incapable of connecting to any cellular telephone network.

Why does Apple ID require phone number?

We design Apple products to protect your privacy and give you control over your information. It's not always easy. But that's the kind of innovation we believe in. If you are setting up a new Apple ID, it will probably have 2 Factor Authentication enabled, which requires a phone number to receive verification codes.

How do I setup my iPad for the first time?

Can you use iMessage without a phone number?

Access on tablets: You don't have to have a phone number to use iMessage. Simply use an iCloud email address to send messages over WiFi. This is useful if you want to let your children “text” friends and family using an iPad, iPod, or old iPhone without signing up for a cellular data plan.

Can I use iMessage on iPad without cellular?

You can send and receive messages between various Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, and Mac. iMessage isn't supported on other platforms such as Windows, Android, etc.

Can a non cellular iPad use iMessage?

iMessages only work between iPhones, and can use either Wi-Fi or cellular data.

What is the difference between iPad with Wi-Fi and cellular?

iPad with Cellular means the iPad has a SIM slot like a phone and can connect to the cellular data network, like your phone. A WiFi Only iPad can only connect to data (and say, browse the internet or download emails) if there is a WiFi network available which you can connect to.

How much does it cost to add cellular to iPad?

Wi-Fi + Cellular. Since its humble beginnings, the best iPad has offered a Wi-Fi + Cellular option in its lineup. The extra price for a cellular option ranges from $130 for the three iPad models and $150 for the two current iPad Pro models. The newest iPad models have eSIM, but no included Apple SIM card.

Why do you need a SIM card for iPad?

When it's in a phone, it stores your phone number and sometimes your contacts and other data. The SIM card in your iPad doesn't add any phone features to your tablet; instead, it allows you to access the cellular network for data when a Wi-Fi connection isn't available.

What does no SIM on an iPad?

If you get an alert that says Invalid SIM or No SIM Card installed, follow these steps. Make sure that you have an active plan with your wireless carrier. Restart your iPhone or iPad. Check for a carrier settings update.

What does no SIM on iPad mean?

What Does No SIM Mean? If you have the "no SIM" error, it is because your iPhone or iPad is no longer detecting the SIM card inserted in the tray. This can happen for several reasons, such as a software glitch or dusty SIM card.

How do I get on internet with iPad?

How much is unlimited data for an iPad?

An unlimited tablet data plan runs $75 per month with the AutoPay and paperless billing discounts or $80 without. The Unlimited Plus option runs $85 with AutoPay and paperless billing or $90 without.

Do all iPads have a SIM card?

All iPhones and iPads with cellular have a slot on their sides that houses the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card provided by your mobile carrier. The SIM card enables your device to access the carrier's network and use voice and data services.

How can I text without a phone number?