Why Does Messenger Show 'Sent but Not Delivered'? Causes & Fixes
Learn why Messenger messages say 'sent but not delivered' and how to fix this common issue including connection problems and blocking.
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Messenger saying 'sent but not delivered' could be due to several reasons: The recipient hasn't opened the app to receive the message, there could be a connection issue on either side, or the recipient might have blocked you. To resolve this, check your internet connection, try sending a message to someone else to determine if it’s an isolated issue, and if the problem persists, restart the app or contact Messenger support for further assistance.
FAQs & Answers
- What does 'sent but not delivered' mean on Messenger? 'Sent but not delivered' means your message has left your device but hasn’t reached the recipient’s app, possibly because they haven’t opened Messenger or there’s a connection issue.
- Why does Messenger keep showing sent but not delivered? Common reasons include the recipient not opening the app, network connectivity problems, or the recipient blocking you.
- How do I fix the 'sent but not delivered' issue on Messenger? Try checking your internet connection, sending messages to others to test, restarting the app, or contacting Messenger support if the problem continues.