21 Thank You for the Reminder Messages

You’ve received a reminder email or text. How should you reply?

A simple “Thank you for the reminder.” could be acceptable. It’s simple and to the point. However, sometimes the phrase is said sarcastically.

Alternative wording for expressing sincere gratitude for the reminder will depend on what it was for. Saying thank you to a friend could be different than a coworker.

You can review the examples below for different ways to say thank you for the reminder.

Short Thank You for the Reminder Replies

Here are some short ways to respond to a reminder. They may feel a little generic. That is okay, as the point of your reply is to acknowledge the reminder.

1. I appreciate the reminder.
2. Thank you for following up with me! I did forget.
3. Thank you for notifying me again.
4. I am grateful for the reminder. I appreciate it, as it had slipped my mind.
5. Thanks for reminding me.
6. Your reminder is appreciated. Thank you.
7. Thanks. I will be at the meeting.

Responding to an Event Reminder

Someone may remind you of an upcoming event. You can include in your response if you will be attending or not.

1. Thanks for the reminder. I/We will be there.
2. Thank you for following up. I’m sorry I cannot make it.
3. I totally forgot. Thank you for the reminder. See you there!
4. Thank you so much for your message. We will see you on Saturday.
5. I appreciate you reminding me. I/We are planning to attend.
6. Thank you for checking in with me. I will see you at the dinner on Friday night.
7. Thank you for bringing this to my attention. We had forgotten all about the party. We’ll see you tomorrow.

Responding to a Reminder at Work

You might receive a reminder about deadlines, tasks, or upcoming office or workplace meetings.

Here are some additional examples of responding to possible workplace reminders.

1. Thank you for the meeting reminder. I’ve added it to my calendar.
2. Thanks. I will be at the presentation.
3. Thank you for reminding me of the due date. The reports are nearly finished.
4. I appreciate the reminder for the team outing. I am excited about lunch and the escape room challenge.
5. Thank you for sending the information again about Buster’s going away party. I will stop by to wish him the best and enjoy the cake.
6. Thanks for reminding me of the deadline. The presentation will be ready the day prior for your review.
7. I am thankful for the reminder! I would have forgotten to get the card and cake for Violet’s birthday.

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