How To Fix The iMessage Blue But Not Delivered Issue?

If you see the text bubble of iMessage turn blue but is not delivered, then the recipient's phone may be off or they're not connected to the internet. It could also mean they've blocked you. If they switched from iPhone to another phone, your message won't go through. 

Let's find out and get clear on what it means with the help of this article.

Understanding iMessage Status Indicators

• iMessage status indicators are crucial for understanding the delivery status of your messages within Apple's messaging ecosystem.

• When you send a message through iMessage, the text bubble typically appears in blue, indicating that the message has been sent using Apple's servers rather than traditional SMS. This distinction is important because it affects how messages are delivered and the features available, such as read receipts and multimedia file sharing. 

• However, seeing the bubble turn blue doesn't necessarily mean the message has been successfully delivered to the recipient's device. 

What Does ‘iMessage Blue' Mean?

In the context of Apple's iMessage, the colour blue signifies a message sent via Apple's proprietary messaging service rather than traditional SMS. 

When you compose and send a message through iMessage, the text bubble appears in a shade of blue, distinguishing it from SMS messages, which typically appear in green when sent to non-Apple devices. 

This distinction is not merely aesthetic; it reflects the use of Apple's servers to transmit the message over the internet, allowing for features like read receipts, typing indicators, and high-quality media sharing among Apple device users.

Therefore, seeing the iMessage bubble turn blue indicates that your message is being sent securely. Remember, a blue iMessage bubble is different from a blue name in iMessage.

What Happens When ‘Delivered' Doesn't Appear In iMessage?

• If iMessage doesn't show ‘Delivered,' the issue isn't with your phone. When a message fails to send from your end, you'll see a “message failed to send” error instead.

• The problem likely lies with their device. It could be that their phone is turned off or they don't have an internet connection. Even if their phone is on Do Not Disturb (DND), iMessage will still show ‘Delivered.'

• When a blue iMessage doesn't show ‘Delivered', the other reason is that the sender has blocked you. If you're unsure, you can check to see if you've been blocked.

• Another scenario where your iMessages are blue and not delivered is when someone switches from an iPhone to another device, like an Android, without removing their number from Apple's iMessage servers.

• If the problem is their phone being off or no internet, your message will go through once they turn their phone on or get the internet. 

• If they blocked you or switched from iPhone, your message won't show as delivered even after some time. 

Troubleshooting Steps for iMessage Delivery Issues

When encountering iMessage delivery issues, there are several troubleshooting steps you can take to resolve the problem. 

Confirm Your Internet Connection

First, check your device's internet connection and ensure your Wi-Fi or cellular data connection is stable. Sometimes, a poor network connection can prevent messages from being sent or received. 

Switch On Device

Next, verify that the recipient's device is powered on and connected to the internet. If the issue persists, try restarting your iPhone or iPad, as restarting can resolve temporary glitches in the operating system that may affect message delivery. 

Additionally, ensure that the recipient has not accidentally blocked your number or turned on the “Do Not Disturb” mode.

Toggle iMessage Settings

If none of these steps resolve the issue, consider toggling iMessage off and then back on in your device's settings, which can refresh the connection to Apple's servers. 

Apple Support

Lastly, if the problem persists despite these efforts, contacting Apple Support may be necessary to investigate potential server-side issues or more complex technical problems affecting iMessage functionality.