How to Schedule Messages to Send Later

Scheduling messages is one of those small features that quietly saves the day.

#Great uses

- **Birthday or Eid wishes** at exactly midnight. - **Reminders** to a team at the start of the workday. - **Messages to other time zones** without waking anyone. - **Not disturbing people late at night** — write it now, deliver it in the morning.

#How to schedule a message

1. Type your message (or attach a file). 2. Open the **send options** and choose **Schedule**. 3. Pick the **date and time** and confirm.

The message waits on the server and is delivered at that time — even if your phone is off.

#Manage scheduled messages

1. Open the chat's **⋮ (More)** menu. 2. Tap **Scheduled messages**. 3. For each one: **Send now** or **Cancel**.

#Tips

- **Check time zones**: messages are scheduled in your device's local time. - **Combine with reminders** for yourself: see [message reminders](/blog/message-reminders). - In **Yapie Work**, schedule announcements for the start of shifts.

#Frequently asked questions

Does my phone need to be on for a scheduled message to send?

No. Scheduled messages are stored on the server and sent at the chosen time.

Can I edit a scheduled message?

Cancel it from Scheduled messages and schedule a new one, or send it now and edit afterwards.

Can I schedule messages in groups?

Yes, wherever you're allowed to send messages.