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2025-05-15 21:53:41.239

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 5G - Turn Premium SMS Permissions On / Off

Here's how to change permissions to allow or block sending premium texts from your Galaxy S21 FE 5G.
  • Steps only apply if you've previously used a messaging app to send a text to a premium content provider or short code.
  • Short codes are typically 5 or 6 digit numbers commonly used when participating in contests, making donations, etc.
  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Tap
    Apps
    .
  3. Tap the
    Filter and sort icon
     Filter and sort, tap the desired sorting option (e.g., Name, Last Used, etc.) then tap
    OK
    .
    If system apps aren't visible, tap
    Show system apps
     to turn on or off.
  4. Tap the
    Menu icon
     Menu.
  5. Tap
    Special access
    .
  6. Tap
    Use premium text message services
    .
  7. Tap the app then select an option:
    Apps listed vary and only appear if they've previously been used for premium messaging.
    • Ask
    • Never allow
    • Always allow