Will RCS messages be filterable by a message filter extension?

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Created Sep ’24

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A message filter extension is only forwarded SMSs by the OS for filtering, iMessages aren't. But what is the situation with RCS messages? Will they be filterable by a message filtering extension?

Answered by Engineer in 805798022

Yes, RCS messages will be filterable by a Message Filter App Extension.

Answer 1

Engineer OP

Apple

Sep ’24

Accepted Answer

Yes, RCS messages will be filterable by a Message Filter App Extension.

Answer 2

ayelletbig OP

Oct ’24

So the Message Filter App extension will allow filtering of RCS messages, correct? What about messages from email addresses (unknown)?

Answer 3

parthzobi OP

Oct ’24

Is it also working on Reporting Extension?

Answer 4

mrn4 OP

Apr ’25

Just tested, the extension is filtering sms but not RCS messages….

in addition, the reporting app is not triggered when clicking on report but I got a message saying this message will be sent to Apple and my carrier.

please advise on how to leverage my filtering and reporting app with RCS messages. There is nothing in the doc.

thanks

Answer 5

mrn4 OP

May ’25

Any news? Still have moderator at Apple?