How does ReadReceipt work?

ReadReceipt turns document opens into clear follow-up signals. Upload a PDF, share the tracking link, and see when your prospect opens it, which pages they read, and how long they spend, so you know exactly when to reach out.

When should I follow up after sending a proposal?

Follow up when engagement is fresh. ReadReceipt alerts you the moment your proposal is opened and flags repeat visits. Those are the highest-intent windows to reply, while your document is still on their screen.

Is ReadReceipt the same as Gmail read receipts?

No. Gmail read receipts only show whether an email was opened. ReadReceipt tracks the document itself: which pages were read and for how long, so you have real signals to act on, not just a delivery confirmation.

Why use ReadReceipt instead of sending a normal PDF?

A normal PDF gives you no feedback. ReadReceipt shows you when your proposal is opened, how prospects engage page by page, and when to follow up, so you stop guessing and start acting at the right moment.

Will the recipient know they are being tracked?

Yes. Recipients tick a consent checkbox before accessing any document and see exactly what will be tracked. ReadReceipt is more transparent than tools that track silently.

How do I get notified when someone opens my document?

You get an email the moment your document is opened. Your dashboard also shows full engagement activity: pages read, time spent, and repeat visits, so you can decide when to follow up.

How is ReadReceipt different from DocSend?

DocSend starts at $15/month and is built for enterprise sales teams. ReadReceipt is built for solo founders, consultants, and freelancers at £8/month. Simple proposal tracking and follow-up timing without the enterprise overhead.

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ReadReceipt: Know when to follow up after sending a proposal

ReadReceipt is a follow-up decision tool for founders, consultants, and small sales teams. See when your proposal is opened, which pages a prospect actually reads, and the right moment to follow up, without guessing.

Built for proposal tracking, document tracking, and follow-up timing. A simple sales follow-up tool with proposal analytics that show real engagement, not just opens.

Features

Instant open alerts. Know the moment your proposal lands. Timing is half the follow-up.
See how they engage. Pages read, time spent, and repeat visits. Clear signals of real interest.
Know who's reading. Capture name, email, and company so every signal has a face.
Follow-up suggestions. Get suggested next steps based on real engagement, plus download tracking so nothing slips.

How it works

Send your document. Upload a PDF and share the link.
See how they engage. Pages read, time spent, repeat visits.
Know when to follow up. Act at the right moment, with the right message.

Pricing

Free: £0/month

2 active documents
Know when to follow up
Basic tracking

Pro: £8/month (less than £0.30/day)

20 active documents
Page-level engagement signals
Real-time open alerts
Full document history

Pay as you go

5 credits for £5
10 credits for £8

No account needed. Perfect for one-off proposals or client decks.

Frequently asked questions

When should I follow up after sending a proposal?: Follow up when engagement is fresh. ReadReceipt alerts you the moment your proposal is opened and flags repeat visits. Those are the highest-intent windows to reach out.
How do I know if a prospect is interested?: ReadReceipt shows page-by-page engagement: which pages were read, how long they spent, and whether they came back. Repeat visits and long page times are strong interest signals.
How does ReadReceipt work?: Upload a PDF, share the tracking link, and see when prospects open it, which pages they read, and how long they spend, so you know exactly when to follow up.
How is this different from Gmail read receipts?: Gmail read receipts only show whether an email was opened. ReadReceipt tracks the document itself: page-level engagement that tells you when and how to follow up.
Will the recipient know they're being tracked?: Yes. Recipients tick a consent checkbox before accessing any document. ReadReceipt is more transparent than tools that track silently.
How is ReadReceipt different from DocSend?: DocSend starts at $15/month and is built for enterprise sales teams. ReadReceipt is built for solo founders, consultants, and freelancers at £8/month. Proposal tracking and follow-up timing without the enterprise overhead.

About ReadReceipt

ReadReceipt helps founders, consultants, and sales professionals know when to follow up after sending a proposal. Send a document, see how prospects engage, and act at the right moment.

Send → See → Act. Upload a PDF, share the tracking link, and ReadReceipt shows when it was opened, which pages were read, and when to reach out. Pro users get page-by-page engagement signals and real-time open alerts.