What is the difference between “Read” and “Delivered” when sending an iMessage?

Sometimes when I send an iMessage, it will show “Read” in fine print under my message. Other times, it might say “Read” or nothing at all. What do these terms really mean?

iPad Pro, 12

Posted on Feb 7, 2019 4:54 PM

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What is the difference between “Read” and “Delivered” when sending an iMessage?

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