iPhone se. Using data for txts

[Bunnybfunny]

Hello,

I am using all my data sending iMessages. I have tried to turn off iMessage etc but then nothing sends.

what steps exactly do I need to do to stop using data for texts? Do I need to restart phone after? 
Is it even possible?
Ive tried to follow instructions in community, on apple site… all fails

[Bunnybfunny]

This worked!!!! Thank you

[hTideGnow]

HI @Bunnybfunny 

1. On your iPhone, go to Settings.
2. Tap Messages.
3. Set iMessage to Off or Set Send as SMS to On

[darlicious]

@Bunnybfunny 

You should be able to toggle on send as SMS/MMS and toggle off iMessage. 

[BKNS27]

@Bunnybfunny 

PM has unlimited texting so you should be OK.

Go to Settings>Messages>enable Send as SMS. Also enable MMS Messaging if you are texting pictures.

[CountyDownIeUk · Accepted solution]

The last option....does work. Look here.