How Do I Remove RTT From My Phone (Android & iPhone Guide)

If your phone suddenly shows RTT on calls and you have no idea why, don’t worry. You’re not the only one. I’ve helped so many people deal with this, and honestly, the frustration is real. The good news is that removing RTT doesn’t take long. Once you know where the option hides inside your settings, you can turn it off in seconds.

And here’s the quick answer, right upfront.

To remove RTT from your phone, go to your call or accessibility settings and turn off Real-Time Text. On Android, RTT lives inside the Phone app settings. On iPhone, it’s inside Accessibility > RTT. Once disabled, calls stop showing the RTT bar completely.

That’s the short version.

But if you’re tired of that annoying RTT text bar popping up, or your phone keeps thinking you’re using accessibility tools when you’re not, let’s walk through everything step by step.

We’ll look at Android, iPhone, why RTT turns on by itself, what to do when the toggle is missing, and how to fix it when it keeps coming back.

Take your time. I’ll explain everything in the calmest, clearest way possible.

What Is RTT On My Phone And Why Does It Show Up Suddenly?

RTT stands for Real-Time Text. It’s mostly an accessibility feature that lets people type messages during a call instead of talking. As you type, the other person sees the words immediately in real time.

Here’s what matters.

If RTT is on, your calls may look strange. You may see:

• A gray RTT bar on the screen
• Your voice call switching to “RTT Call”
• Keypad options disappearing
• A text box showing up during calls

Most people never turn this on manually. The feature usually appears because:

• You clicked something by mistake
• A system update enabled it
• Accessibility mode toggled on
• Your carrier forces RTT features
• Your phone synced old settings from a backup

It doesn’t mean your phone is hacked. It doesn’t mean someone is spying. It’s just one of those features that shows up randomly and annoys people.

Where Is RTT In Settings On Android?

Let me give you the fast path so you don’t waste time searching.

On almost all Android phones (Samsung, Xiaomi, Infinix, Realme, Oppo, Pixel):

Phone app → Settings → Calling accounts → Your SIM → RTT or Real-Time Text

But the exact location changes from brand to brand.

Here’s a simple table so you don’t get confused:

If you don’t see it, don’t worry. Sometimes carriers hide the toggle. I’ll explain how to deal with that later.

How Do I Remove RTT From My Android Phone Completely?

Here’s the step-by-step method. Try these one by one.

1. Turn Off RTT From Call Settings

This is the main method, the one that works for most phones.

3556. Open your Phone app
3557. Tap the three dots (top right)
3558. Select Settings
3559. Tap Calling accounts or SIM settings
3560. Choose your SIM (SIM 1 or SIM 2)
3561. Look for RTT or Real-Time Text
3562. Turn RTT OFF

That should instantly remove the RTT screen during calls.

2. Disable RTT From Accessibility Settings

Some phones place RTT under the Accessibility menu.

3971. Go to Settings
3972. Tap Accessibility
3973. Scroll until you see RTT
3974. Turn it OFF

If you see RTT Preferred or TTY/RTT Mode, switch it to Off.

3. Turn Off TTY (if RTT is missing)

TTY and RTT are cousins. Sometimes disabling TTY automatically removes RTT.

4271. Go to Settings
4272. Tap Accessibility
4273. Look for TTY
4274. Select OFF

Restart your phone afterward for best results.

4. Reset Network Settings

Do this only if the RTT toggle keeps coming back.

4501. Open Settings
4502. Tap General Management (or System)
4503. Choose Reset
4504. Tap Reset network settings
4505. Confirm

Your mobile data, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth info will reset but your photos and apps remain safe.

This fixes stubborn RTT issues, especially after updates.

Why Is RTT Showing On My Phone Even After Turning It Off?

If RTT keeps coming back, it usually means one of these:

• The phone updated recently
• Call settings synced from a cloud backup
• TTY mode enabled itself
• Your carrier forces RTT for emergency calls
• A second SIM slot still has RTT turned on

A simple fix is to disable RTT on both SIM cards, not just one.

If the menu keeps reappearing, don’t panic. Phones sometimes activate RTT during poor network conditions or VoLTE changes. Turning VoLTE off and on again helps too:

Settings > SIM > VoLTE > Toggle OFF and ON

How Do I Remove RTT From iPhone?

iPhone keeps RTT in a different place, and Apple hides it pretty well. But once you know where it is, turning it off is simple.

Here’s the exact path:

Settings > Accessibility > RTT/TTY > Turn OFF RTT

To make it crystal clear:

5683. Open Settings
5684. Tap Accessibility
5685. Scroll to Hearing
5686. Tap RTT/TTY
5687. Turn off:
      • RTT
      • TTY
      • Software RTT
      • Hardware TTY

Once these are off, your iPhone will go back to normal calling mode.

Where Is The RTT Setting On My iPhone? (2025 Update)

Based on iOS 17 and 18 updates, Apple has kept RTT under Accessibility because it’s meant for users with hearing or speech difficulties.

The exact menu name may show as:

• RTT/TTY
• RTT
• Hearing Devices → RTT

If your carrier supports full RTT calling, the menu will appear automatically. If your carrier does not support RTT, the menu may be hidden.

So don’t be surprised if you don’t see the toggle at all. That’s completely normal.

What If My iPhone Doesn’t Show the RTT Option?

Two possibilities.

1. Your Carrier Doesn’t Support RTT

Some carriers in Pakistan, UAE, India, and Bangladesh don’t support full RTT. That means the option simply doesn’t appear. No need to worry your calls are normal.

2. You Restored From an Old iPhone Backup

If your old device had RTT on, it sometimes syncs the state even when the option disappears from the menu.

Fix it like this:

6906. Turn on Airplane mode for 10 seconds
6907. Turn it off
6908. Restart your phone

Most of the time, it restores your calling mode to normal.

What Is RTT on Android? (Explained in Simple Words)

Let me explain this like we’re talking over chai.

Imagine you’re on a call but you don’t want to speak. Instead, you want to type your replies. And the other person sees your text instantly letter by letter without waiting for a message to send.

That’s RTT.

It’s made for:

• People with hearing issues
• People with speech problems
• Fast emergency communication
• Live text conversations during calls

But for most everyday mobile users, it’s not useful. It mostly activates by mistake.

Is RTT Safe To Keep On?

Yes. It’s completely safe.

But here’s the thing.

If you don’t use it, keeping it on can:

• Make calls look weird
• Show the RTT keyboard
• Disable your number keypad
• Cause call issues on some carriers
• Reduce voice call quality

So it’s better to turn it off unless you actually need it.

How To Know If RTT Is Turned On Accidentally?

You’ll notice a few signs during calls:

• “RTT Call” shows instead of “Voice Call”
• The call screen looks different
• Your voice audio cuts in and out
• A typing box appears
• You can’t open the keypad

If even one of these appears, RTT is active.

How To Stop RTT From Turning On Automatically?

This is a common complaint. People turn it off, and boom it comes back.

Here’s what actually fixes it:

1. Disable RTT in Both SIM Profiles

Many people disable it on SIM 1 but forget SIM 2.

2. Turn Off Wi-Fi Calling and VoLTE Temporarily

These features sometimes trigger RTT on certain networks.

3. Update Your Phone

RTT is one of those features that behaves badly on old software.

4. Force Stop the Phone App

Sometimes the Phone app caches the RTT state.

Steps for Android:

8855. Settings
8856. Apps
8857. Phone app
8858. Force stop

Then restart your phone.

RTT vs TTY: What’s the Difference?

Let me break it down in the simplest possible way.

TTY

Old technology.
Used with special machines.
Slow.
Letter-by-letter communication.

RTT

Modern upgrade.
Built into the phone.
Instant live texting.
Better accuracy.

If both are turned on together, your calls will definitely feel messed up. So turn both off unless you need them.

Why Is RTT Needed in 2025?

Even though most people don’t use RTT, it’s still important for:

• Emergency services
• Accessibility support
• Real-time communication for people with disabilities
• Language issues during calls

But again, for regular users, keeping it off gives a cleaner calling experience.

Troubleshooting: RTT Toggle Missing, Greyed Out, or Not Turning Off

Let’s tackle these one by one.

1. RTT Toggle Missing

If you don’t see the RTT option at all:

• Your carrier may have disabled it
• Your region doesn’t support RTT
• You are using Wi-Fi calling only
• A dual SIM setup is hiding the toggle

Fix:
Remove the second SIM and check again.

2. RTT Toggle Greyed Out

This usually means your phone is still on an active call or background VoLTE mode.

Fix:
Restart the phone → Toggle Airplane mode → Try again.

3. RTT Keeps Turning Back On

This is the most annoying one.

To fix it:

• Clear cache of Phone app
• Update software
• Reset network settings
• Remove third party apps that modify call behavior
• Check SIM Toolkit menus (some carriers force RTT through STK)

Quick Summary: How Do I Remove RTT From My Phone (Android + iPhone)?

Here’s the “easy-to-copy” version.

Android

Phone app → Settings → Calling accounts → SIM → RTT → OFF

OR

Settings → Accessibility → RTT → OFF

iPhone

Settings → Accessibility → RTT/TTY → Turn off RTT & TTY

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is RTT Showing on My Phone?

Because RTT or TTY mode was activated accidentally, through an update, or by your carrier.

Where Is RTT In Settings?

Android: Inside Phone app settings.
iPhone: Under Accessibility > RTT/TTY.

Is RTT Dangerous?

No. It’s safe. Just annoying if you don’t need it.

Can I Remove RTT Permanently?

Yes. Turn it off and reset network settings if it keeps coming back.

Farrukh Nawaz

Farrukh Nawaz, tech guru & gaming aficionado. Your go-to for mobile news, gaming updates & expert blogging tips.