WhatsApp beta tests scheduled messages feature for automated messaging

California (Web Desk): WhatsApp, the world’s most widely used instant messaging platform, is moving closer to launching a highly anticipated feature that allows users to schedule messages for automatic delivery.

The company has introduced this feature in its iOS beta version 26.7.10.72, signaling that it is in the final stages of development.

The scheduled messages feature will enable users to compose messages in advance and set a specific date and time for them to be sent automatically. This means that messages will be delivered at the intended time even if the user’s phone is switched off or inactive, offering a new level of convenience for personal and professional communication.

Users can write their messages in advance. They select the date and time for delivery.
WhatsApp ensures the message is sent automatically at the scheduled moment.

The feature is expected to be particularly useful for sending birthday wishes, reminders, or important meeting notifications without the need to manually send each message.

Currently, the feature is in the beta testing phase. WhatsApp plans to first release it to a select group of beta testers, allowing them to provide feedback and suggest improvements. Once testing is complete and any necessary refinements are made, the feature will be rolled out to the general user base.

This move reflects WhatsApp’s ongoing efforts to enhance user experience and provide more efficient tools for messaging, keeping pace with similar features offered by other messaging platforms. While no official public release date has been announced, the beta rollout indicates that users could soon enjoy this long-awaited functionality.