How to Make Sure End-to-End Encrypted RCS Messaging Is Enabled on Your iPhone

Apple’s iOS 26.5 adds end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging on iPhone when the carrier supports it.

The update makes iPhone-to-Android texting more secure and adds richer messaging features.

Users can check carrier compatibility and turn on RCS and encryption in iPhone Settings.

If RCS does not work, the article outlines basic troubleshooting steps.