Read receipts confusion

[candder33]

Hello! I often see “read” notifications in emails and messengers, but responses still come late. Why do read receipts feel unreliable, and should regular users even pay attention to them?

 

[bonnynamer31]

Hello! I found a good explanation on https://echodittolabs.org/ when reading about read receipts. I learned that a read receipt only means the message was opened, not fully read or understood. Sometimes messages open automatically or by mistake. The article made it clear that relying on receipts can lead to wrong assumptions. For everyday communication, it’s better to politely follow up instead of stressing over whether someone “read” your message or not.