Can I set a limit for the number of messages the controlled line can use on his/her cell phone with Usage Controls?
Yes, you can set an allowance for the number of billable text, picture and video messages the controlled line can use. Mobile to Mobile Messaging does not count towards the allowance if the controlled line has Unlimited Mobile to Mobile Messaging. When the controlled line nears the allowance (15 messages prior reaching the allowance), a free text message will be sent to their phone indicating that they are near their allowance. When the controlled line reaches the allowance, a free text message will be sent to the controlled line’s cell phone and to your cell phone indicating that the allowance was reached. The controlled line will not be able to send or receive messages once the messaging allowance is reached unless they are: • Sending or receiving messages to designated Trusted Numbers. -OR- • On an unlimited messaging plan or a plan with Mobile to Mobile Messaging (Verizon Wireless phone to Verizon Wireless phone). The Usage Controls (Account Owner) cannot set an allowance if the co
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