Will I lose my existing messages after turning off RCS?

No. Your message history remains on your device. Disabling RCS only affects how new messages are sent, switching them to SMS or MMS. All previous conversations, images, and videos remain accessible.

Should I turn off RCS before traveling abroad?

RCS uses internet data, which may incur roaming charges. You can turn off RCS entirely, disable mobile data while roaming and use Wi-Fi only, or use SMS messages billed according to roaming tariffs. Reviewing your roaming data package before traveling helps you choose the most cost-effective option.

Can businesses send RCS messages to all customers?

RCS reach continues to grow, but coverage is not universal. This is why SMS Fallback is essential: systems can automatically select the best available channel for each recipient, ensuring no critical message is missed.

Julia Matuszewska

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Julia combines content marketing, generative AI, and prompt engineering with a creative, human-centered approach. At MessageFlow, she develops data-driven content strategies and implements AI solutions that boost efficiency and support creativity. With a background in comparative literature, she brings together analytical thinking and human insight. Before joining MessageFlow, she delivered over 25 AI projects across industries, turning emerging technologies into practical business solutions. A frequent conference speaker, she promotes the ethical and purposeful use of AI. Her mission is to empower people to become true “AI agent bosses” – leading technology, not following it.

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