Text Message Delivery: Understanding 'Delivered' Status
Have you ever wondered what happens when someone sends you a text message and your phone doesn't have their number saved in your contacts? Does the 'delivered' status still appear on their phone? Let's delve into the intricacies of text message delivery mechanisms and how they relate to your contact list.
What is the 'Delivered' Status for Text Messages?
When a recipient receives a text message, the sender sees a 'delivered' status on their phone. This status indicates that the text message has reached the recipient's device but doesn't necessarily mean that the recipient has read it. The 'delivered' status is a confirmation from the mobile network or phone that the message transmission was successful. It is important to note that the 'received' status would indicate that the recipient's device acknowledges the receipt of the message, but again, it doesn't confirm whether the recipient has opened or read it.
How Does the Contact List Affect Text Message Delivery?
The contact list on your phone serves as a convenient way to save frequently called or message recipients. However, the contact list is not necessary for text message delivery. Regardless of whether a number is in your contacts, if the mobile network and the recipient's phone support SMS delivery reports, the sender will still see the 'delivered' status. This is because the delivery confirmation is based on the network and the phone's capabilities, not on the presence of the number in your contact list.
Understanding 'Delivered' vs. 'Not Contactable' Status
It's also important to understand the difference between 'delivered' and 'not contactable' statuses. If a text message is not sent, the sender may see a 'not contactable' or 'failed' status instead of 'delivered'. This typically occurs due to issues such as a network problem, a full SMS message storage on the recipient’s phone, or the recipient's phone being turned off or out of service area. However, if the message is sent, the network will attempt to deliver it, and the sender will see the 'delivered' status.
How Blocked Calls and Messages Work
Blocked calls and messages are another aspect to consider. If a number is blocked, it means that your phone will not notify you of incoming calls and messages from that number. In such cases, the blocked calls may delete themselves before you can check them. This is similar to how messages are handled. If a message is received from a blocked number, you may not know about it unless you check your blocked messages. Blocked messages and calls are subject to the specific settings and functionality of your device.
Conclusion
In summary, whether or not a message is in your contact list does not affect the delivery status for the sender. The 'delivered' status is a network confirmation that the message has been successfully transmitted to the recipient's device. Understanding these mechanisms can help you manage your text messaging experience more effectively without unnecessary concerns about your contact list.