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Delivered vs. Read in Text Messages

Understand common messaging status indicators.

Quick Answer

Delivered generally means the service reports receipt by the recipient's device/account; Read means a supported read-receipt feature indicates the conversation was opened.

Step by Step

  1. Use the platform's official app or website and confirm you are signed into the intended account.
  2. Delivered generally means the service reports receipt by the recipient's device/account; Read means a supported read-receipt feature indicates the conversation was opened.
  3. Review privacy, audience, recipient, or recovery settings before confirming important changes.
  4. For account-security problems, secure the associated email account and enable two-factor authentication when available.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Social-media menus and features change frequently and can differ by device, account type, region, and app version.
  • Do not send money, passwords, one-time verification codes, or sensitive personal information to an account merely because its name or photo looks familiar.