How to understand that SMS is read on the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi: all the ways and nuances

You sent me something important. SMS-A message from your Xiaomi Redmi, but you're not sure if it reached the recipient, and if it did, did the recipient read it? Unlike messengers like WhatsApp or Telegram, which display the check boxes, the standard ones are: SMS They don't provide this function. MIUI There are hidden mechanisms and workarounds that will help you track the status of your message.

In this article, we will discuss all available methods - from built-in tools. MIUI to third-party applications, and explain why sometimes even "delivered" SMS It may go unnoticed. We'll focus on the Redmi Note. 12/13, Redmi 10/11 And the K series flagships, where the implementation of functions may differ. SIM-cards or virtual operators, you will find here useful nuances.

1. SMS delivery reports: how to turn on and what they show

The most reliable way to know if an SMS has reached the recipient operator is to use delivery reports, which is available on all Xiaomi Redmis, but is disabled by default, and can be turned on in 30 seconds:

1. Open the Messages app (the envelope icon).
2. Slip on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings.
3. Go to Additional Settings → Delivery Reports.
4. Activate the switch.

Now, after you send an SMS, you'll be notified if the message has reached the server of the recipient operator. Importantly, the delivery report does NOT mean that the SMS has been read - it just got into the subscriber's inbox.

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If the delivery report does not come, check the balance - some operators block this function in a negative score.

On Redmi models with MIUI 14+, reports can be delayed up to 5 minutes. If a message is sent to another operator’s number (for example, from MTS on Tele2), the notification delivery time can increase to 10-15 minutes.

2. Hidden MIUI features: how to see the reading status

MIUI 12-15 firmware has an undocumented ability to track SMS readings through an event log, which doesn’t work on all models, but it’s worth a try:

1. Open the phone application (green handset).
2. Go to the magazine tab (watch icon).
3. Select three points → Settings → Event log.
4. Enable the option to Show SMS Events.

After that, the log will display events like “SMS delivered” and “SMS read” (if the recipient is using the device on MIUI and has not disabled this feature), unfortunately, this only works between Xiaomi smartphones.

On the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and new HyperOS models, this method may not work – instead of the event log, use Settings → Memory → System Log, but the information is less detailed.

3. Third-party applications for tracking SMS

If embedded tools MIUI They don't like it, you can use third-party solutions, the best status tracking apps. SMS:

• 📱 Pulse SMS — Shows read notifications (requires installation on both devices).
• 🔍 SMS Tracker – Records delivery and reading times (only works with some operators).
• 🛡️ Textra SMS — Supports delivery reports and optional encryption.

When using third-party applications, consider:

• 🔒 They demand access. SMS, What may be unsafe (check the permissions!).
• 📶 Some features are paid (for example, in Pulse). SMS Reading reports are available only in the premium version).
• 🚫 Operators can block such services (especially MegaFon and Beeline).

On Redmi with MIUI 15, some applications (e.g. QKSMS) may conflict with system services. If SMS stops coming after installation, clear the Messages app cache in the settings.

4. Features of working with dual SIM-map

If your Xiaomi Redmi supports two of your SIM-maps, tracking SMS It gets complicated. Here are the key nuances:

On the Redmi 11 Prime and newer models with two active models SIM-The delivery reports may be duplicated. To avoid this, go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Additionally. → Notification of SMS and disable duplication.

Include delivery reports for each SIM separately|Check the priority SIM for SMS|Disable automatic network selection|Update the firmware to the latest version-->

5 Why SMS can be ‘delivered’ but not read

Even if you get your delivery report, it doesn't guarantee that the message is read.

• 📵 Notifications disabled from the recipient (SMS It came, but it didn't come up on screen).
• 🔕 Blacklist – your number may be blocked in the Messages app".
• 📱 Sync failure – if the recipient uses Google Messages with cloud backup, SMS maybe".
• 🛡️ Operator anti-spam filters (especially in Tele2 and Iota).

MIUI 14+ has a built-in spa filter that can automatically hide SMS from unknown numbers to check if you've been spammed:

1. Open the messages. → three-point → spamming.
2. See if there are any messages.
3. If yes, ask the recipient to add you to the contacts.

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If an SMS has not been read for more than 24 hours, there is a high probability that it has been spammed or blocked.

6. Alternative ways of checking the reading

If standard methods don’t work, try these workarounds:

• 🔄 Transfer SMS email: some operators (e.g. Beeline) allow you to configure forwarding SMS Post where the reading time is recorded.
• 📞 Call with waiting for a response: if SMS Call immediately and the recipient’s phone is busy – it is likely that he is reading the message.
• 🤖 Checker bots: Services like SMS-Bomber (use carefully!) can test delivery.

The Redmi K50 and K60 have Quick Answers in SMS settings, and if the recipient responds with it, you'll know that the message has been read.

1. Open Messages → Settings → Quick answers.
2. Activate the option and set up templates.

For corporate clients MTS and MegaFon offer a service "SMS-status" which sends a notice of reading (connects through the personal account). ₽ post SMS.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Xiaomi Redmi users often face typical problems when tracking SMS. Here’s how to solve them:

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI no delivery reports, reset the Messages app settings (Settings) → Annexes → Communications → Warehouse → Reset).

• 🔄 "Report doesn't come in" → Check if the mode is enabled Traffic Saving in the settings SIM-map.
• 📵 "SMS leaves, but doesn't deliver" → It is possible that the recipient has activated mode in the plane or a weak signal.
• 🛠️ "Settings are reset after rebooting" → Update the firmware or roll back to a stable version MIUI.

On the Redmi 9A and budget models, sometimes a bug occurs, in which delivery reports arrive with a delay of up to a day.

1. Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version.
2. Tap 7 times on the version to turn on the Developer Mode.
3. Return to the Additional Settings → For Developers and disable MIUI Optimization.

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If you frequently send important SMS, create a Messages app shortcut on the home screen with a quick access widget for delivery reports.

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