Ever wanted to send a birthday wish at exactly midnight, or remind someone without staying up late? Here are 3 easy ways to schedule WhatsApp messages in 2026 on Android and iPhone.
Can You Schedule Inside WhatsApp?
Not in the regular app for personal chats yet, but WhatsApp Business has scheduled auto-messages, Android has a free workaround, and iPhone uses the Shortcuts app. Here are all three.
Method 1: Android (Free)
- Install SKEDit from Google Play.
- Grant Accessibility permission.
- Tap WhatsApp inside the app.
- Pick contact, type message, set date and time.
- Turn off “Ask before sending” for full automation.
Tip: Your phone must be on and online at the scheduled time.
Method 2: iPhone (Shortcuts)
- Open Shortcuts then Automation tab.
- Create Personal Automation then Time of Day.
- Add Action, search Text, type your message.
- Add Send Message via WhatsApp, pick contact.
Method 3: WhatsApp Business
Use the free WhatsApp Business app: Settings, Business tools, then set a Greeting message or Away message on a schedule.
Quick Comparison
| Method | Platform | Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| SKEDit | Android | Yes |
| Shortcuts | iPhone | Partial |
| Business | Both | Yes |
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