To schedule a message on WhatsApp on your iPhone, you need to create an automatic command with the Shortcuts app and enter the text and recipients.
The process is done using the iOS tool itself, as WhatsApp does not offer a native way to schedule messages.
Next, learn how to schedule a message on WhatsApp on your iPhone.
How to schedule messages on WhatsApp on iPhone
1. Create a new automation with the Shortcuts app
Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone, which will be the tool you use to schedule messages on WhatsApp. Then, tap on the “New Automation” option.
2. Adjust the details of personal automation
Choose “Time of Day” on the “Personal Automation” page. Then, set a time for the scheduled WhatsApp message, choose “Run Immediately,” and tap “Next.”
3. Configure sending messages on WhatsApp
Tap on the “Add Action” option and press the WhatsApp icon in the “Apps” tab on the next screen. Then, tap on the “+” icon under “Send Message” to schedule the sending of a message on WhatsApp.
4. Edit the scheduled WhatsApp message
Enter the desired text in the “Message” field and define one or more contacts in the “Recipients” field. Finally, tap “OK” to schedule the message on WhatsApp.
Can I use apps or extensions to schedule messages on WhatsApp?
Yes, but there are risks involved. WhatsApp GB, for example, allows you to schedule messages on Android or iPhone using the clock icon. Google Chrome extensions like Blueticks also offer functions for scheduling messages, as long as the browser with WhatsApp Web running is not closed.
However, it is worth noting that third-party apps may require WhatsApp integrations or login credentials, which may compromise the privacy of your conversations and media. Additionally, using unofficial WhatsApp apps goes against Meta’s policies and may result in a ban.
Can WhatsApp Business schedule messages?
WhatsApp Business does not have a feature for scheduling messages. However, you can use the same method of scheduling messages with the iPhone Shortcuts app. The automation process is basically the same as creating a shortcut for your personal WhatsApp, but you must select the WhatsApp Business app during the process.
On the other hand, users can also use WhatsApp Business’s chat features to set up an automatic greeting or away message.
What is the difference between scheduled and automatic messages on WhatsApp?
A scheduled WhatsApp message is a message that is scheduled to be sent on a date and time defined by the user. An automatic WhatsApp Business message refers to automatic sendings made based on a trigger, such as a first contact or a period of inactivity, for example.
