How to Set up Read Receipts in Gmail

While using email, Read receipts in a casual social interaction may not be necessary, but in a corporate organization and setting, they are a very good way to enforce accountability and compliance.

An important use of read receipts is preventing and reducing spam, with the Read receipt acting as a confirmation of said reception. Also, in streamlining work in a work setting, the recipient cannot claim to not have received the mail.

In this guide, we will discuss how to set up Read receipts in the popular email platform, Gmail.

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Note: A free Gmail account does not have the option to request and receive read receipts. Gmail accounts that have read receipts are set up through Google Workspace, using a work or school account.