Send/Receive over WiFi, no Data Service

[psmorris]

Can I send and receive texts from my Galaxy S5 over wifi only if Verizon cell/data service is not available? If so, how? I have tried but it doesn't seem to work.

[vzw_customer_support]

Psmorris, let's get to the bottom of this and get this resolved. Which message application are you using? What exactly happens when you try to receive/send a text when connected to wifi? Are you disabling data service or are you experiencing concerns with your service in a specific location? Please share. Thank you.
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[psmorris]

I downloaded and am using Verizon Messenger+.  I'm in a building where I lose Verizon cell/data service but have a very good wireless internet connection.  When I try to send a text it just says Sending, but does not go through. I tried to disable data service, but it did not help. 

[vzw_customer_support · Accepted solution]

psmorris,

We appreciate the additional details.For ant of the text messages to go through they will need a data connection on your phone. However, it is good to hear you are using the Verizon Messages app. You may actually send/receive messages through your pc/over WiFi. Check out more here:

How To: http://vz.to/1iU65ep

FAQ's: http://vz.to/1TYf9QY

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