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ZeroSama's avatar
ZeroSama
Copper Contributor
Jul 17, 2023

Outlook plugin for letting people know that you read an email

Hello,

 

I am working in a digital marketing agency.

 

Is there an Outlook plugin for letting people know that you read an email (suppose we all use it)?

 

I know there is already the like button, but this is not enough for us, we want something like a pop up or a window that notifies us about the readed email.

 

Thanks.

  • LeonPavesic's avatar
    LeonPavesic
    Silver Contributor

    Hi ZeroSama,

    as far as i know, there isn't a specific Outlook plugin designed for this purpose, but you can use (or try to use) some workarounds:

    1. Read Receipts: this option in Outlook allows you to request a notification when the recipient reads your email. You can enable this feature on a per-email basis by going to the "Options" tab in the compose window and selecting "Request a Read Receipt." The disadvantage is that recipients have the option to ignore or decline the read receipt request.

      Add and request read receipts and delivery notifications - Microsoft Support

    2. Third-Party Plugins: Several third-party plugins offer enhanced read receipt functionalities beyond what Outlook provides. These plugins can provide features like read notifications, email tracking, ... Recommendations are:

      "Boomerang for Outlook"
      Find the right app | Microsoft AppSource
      www.boomerangoutlook.com

      "ReadNotify"
      Business Apps – Microsoft AppSource
      www.readnotify.com

      "Bananatag"
      bananatag.com

    3. Email Tracking Services: explore email tracking services that work independently of Outlook. These services typically offer tracking functionalities that notify you when your emails are opened. Popular email tracking services are:

      "Mailtrack"
      mailtrack.io

      "Streak"
      www.streak.com


      "Yesware"
      www.yesware.com

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      Leon Pavesic

    • ZeroSama's avatar
      ZeroSama
      Copper Contributor

      LeonPavesic 

       

      Hello.

       

      Thank you for your response.

       

      I tried your methods and I found just one that would somehow satisfy my needs.

       

      Would you like to tell me how can I do like in the attached photo? Thank you.

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