How to know the mail is read by the receiver

Unfortunately, there's no foolproof way to know for certain whether someone has read your email, as it's a private communication between the sender and receiver. However, here are some methods that can give you an indication:

  1. Read Receipt: Some email providers, like Gmail, allow you to request a read receipt from the recipient. This sends a notification to your email when the recipient opens the email. To request a read receipt in Gmail, go to the email settings, click on "General" and toggle on "Request read receipts."
  2. Delivery and Read Receipts: Some email providers, like Outlook, offer delivery and read receipts. These receipts are sent to your email when the recipient opens the email. To request delivery and read receipts in Outlook, go to the email settings, click on "View" and toggle on "Request delivery and read receipts."
  3. Tracking: Some email providers, like Gmail, offer tracking features that allow you to see when an email is opened. This can give you an indication that the recipient has read the email. To enable tracking in Gmail, go to the email settings, click on "General" and toggle on "Enable tracking."
  4. Email Client Features: Some email clients, like Microsoft Outlook, have features that allow you to see when an email is opened. For example, in Outlook, you can use the "Read Receipt" feature to request a read receipt from the recipient.
  5. Third-Party Tools: There are third-party tools available that can help you track whether an email has been read. These tools can be integrated with your email provider or client. Some popular options include:
    • Yesware: A tool that allows you to track email opens, clicks, and responses.
    • Boomerang: A tool that allows you to schedule emails, track opens, and send reminders.
    • Streak: A tool that allows you to track email opens, clicks, and responses, as well as schedule emails and send reminders.
  6. Behavioral Indicators: While not foolproof, you can look for behavioral indicators that suggest the recipient has read your email. For example:
    • If the recipient responds to your email, it's likely they've read it.
    • If the recipient opens other emails from you, it's likely they've read your email.
    • If the recipient takes action on the email (e.g., clicks a link or downloads a file), it's likely they've read the email.

Remember that these methods are not foolproof, and the recipient may not always open or read your email even if you've requested a read receipt or used tracking features.