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Samsung Galaxy A13
Turn Premium SMS Permissions On / Off

2026-10-14 16:15:50.146

Samsung Galaxy A13
Turn Premium SMS Permissions On / Off

Not all Premium SMS services are free. Blocking these services on your Galaxy A13 can help you avoid charges, or you can allow them if preferred.

Before you begin

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 usually 5 or 6-digit numbers commonly used when participating in contests, making donations, etc.

Steps

  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Tap
    Apps
    .
  3. Tap the
    3-dot Menu icon
    .
  4. Tap
    Special access
    then tap
    Use Premium text message services
    .
  5. Select the app then choose an option:
    • Ask
    • Never allow
    • Always allow