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2025-05-15 13:23:51.479

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G UW - Turn Premium SMS Permissions On / Off

Here's how to change permissions to allow or block sending premium texts from your Galaxy A53 5G UW.
If you're having issues sending text messages to short codes, view this info to see how to check permission settings on your Galaxy A53 5G UW.
  • 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
    Menu icon
     3-dot Menu icon.
  4. Tap
    Special access
    .
  5. Tap
    Use Premium text message services
    .
  6. 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