WhatsApp Is Finally Getting Scheduled Messages — Here's What We Know

WhatsApp Scheduled Messages Coming Soon

Meta is quietly working on a scheduled messages feature for WhatsApp, according to a new report from WABetaInfo. The feature was discovered in references within the WhatsApp TestFlight beta, though it is still "currently in development and not yet available for beta testing."

What the Feature Looks Like

A screenshot shared by WABetaInfo reveals a "Scheduled Messages" option appearing in the Group Info menu — positioned below "Media, links and docs" and "Starred." This suggests the feature may initially launch for group chats before rolling out more broadly to individual conversations.

How It Compares to Telegram and iMessage

Both Telegram and Apple's iMessage already support scheduled messages. Telegram goes a step further with a "Repeat" option for recurring messages — it remains unclear whether WhatsApp's implementation will include similar functionality. For now, even basic scheduling would be a significant upgrade for WhatsApp's 3 billion+ users.

When Will It Launch?

No official timeline has been announced. The feature will reportedly roll out to select beta testers first before a wider release. Given it hasn't reached beta testing yet, a stable release could still be months away.

Bottom Line

WhatsApp's scheduled messages feature is a long-overdue addition that Telegram users have enjoyed for years. When it arrives, it will give the world's most popular messaging app a meaningful productivity boost — especially for group admins who need to send time-sensitive messages.