When you send a message on WhatsApp, you want to make sure the person receives and reads it. While WhatsApp does have a method of knowing when messages are read, it is possible to turn read receipts off. Sending a voice message is a way to test if read receipts have been deactivated and can let you know if the person you are texting has turned it off on their WhatsApp.
Asked Aug 27, 2026 9:06 AM