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By Tanveer Ahmed :
WhatsApp is developing a native message scheduling feature that will allow users to compose texts and choose a specific date and time for them to be automatically delivered, according to the latest iOS beta version.
The feature was discovered in the WhatsApp for iOS beta (version 26.7.10.72), released through the TestFlight program. While still under development and not yet available for public beta testing, the tool promises to be highly useful for sending reminders, scheduled greetings, or time-sensitive updates without the risk of forgetting.
How It Will Work
Once a user schedules a message, WhatsApp will make management straightforward. A dedicated section within the chat info screen will display all pending messages. Users will retain complete control, with the ability to delete any scheduled message before its send time without alerting the recipient.
The scheduling tool will support both individual chats and group conversations, enabling users to time messages for specific contacts or coordinate group announcements.
Free for All Users
Significantly, unlike Business Broadcasts which require a paid subscription, WhatsApp plans to make the new scheduled messages feature available to all users completely free of charge.
Currently, iOS users can only schedule WhatsApp messages by setting up a workaround automation in the Apple Shortcuts app. The introduction of a native, in-built feature will offer significantly more convenience and accessibility to the platform’s billions of users worldwide.
There is no official release date for the feature as it remains in active development.
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