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WhatsApp Prepares Native Scheduled Messages as References Surface in iOS Beta

The feature would close a long-requested gap by letting messages send automatically at a chosen time.

Overview

  • WABetaInfo spotted references to a Scheduled Messages option in WhatsApp for iOS TestFlight builds, including versions 26.7.10.72 and 26.710.72.
  • The capability remains under development and is not yet available to public users or general beta testers, and Meta has not provided a release timeline.
  • A new entry in the chat info screen shows a dedicated area to view how many messages are queued and to manage them.
  • Users will be able to edit or delete scheduled messages before delivery, with deletions canceling silently without notifying recipients.
  • The feature is expected to support both individual and group chats, offering a built-in alternative to iOS Shortcuts and third-party Android automation apps.