How to Schedule WhatsApp Messages: A Simple Guide to Efficient Messaging

You've had that "Oops, I forgot to message them!" moment. Perhaps it was the follow-up you sent to a client and a reminder for a payment, or an announcement for a campaign that was lost in your thoughts due to... It's just that the world is full of surprises.
If you're managing a business, the timing of your messages is crucial. If you send a message that is sent too late, it could result in missing out on a potential lead and losing interest. However, staying online all day to make calls? It's not realistic.
This is the best part that with WhatsApp Business, as well as automation tools such as WAWCD, you can schedule messages in WhatsApp, place the messages on autopilot and allow your communications to flow smoothly with no handwork.

Let’s explore more:

How to Schedule WhatsApp Messages on different devices

Let’s explore how to schedule messages on different devices:

Schedule WhatsApp Messages on Android

WhatsApp does not yet offer an option to schedule appointments; however, you are able to use WAWCD using Chrome (which is compatible with both mobile and desktop browsers) as well as Android scheduling applications such as SKEDit and Wasavi

To use :

1. Download the SKEDit from the Google Play Store.
2. Enable accessibility for the app in your device settings
3. Create your message, select the audience you want to send it to, and then choose your Schedule Message option.
4. You can set your date and the time. The app will take care of the rest!

Schedule WhatsApp Messages on iOS/iPhone

iPhone users are able to use WhatsApp schedule messages with Shortcuts to set basic reminders. Alternatively, you can make use of WAWCD on WhatsApp Web.

Below is an Apple Shortcut method:

1. Open Shortcuts - Tap Automation - Create Personal Automation.
2. Choose the Time of Day and set your desired time.
3. Select Add Action and then send a message via WhatsApp.
4. Make sure to write your message, and then select your preferred contact.

Although this process isn't completely automated (you'll have to verify the sender before you can proceed), the use of WAWCD through a browser provides full automation.

Schedule WhatsApp Messages on WhatsApp Web

This is the place where WAWCD really shines.

Here's how to set up messages with ease

1. Go to WAWCD.com and add the WAWCD Chrome Extension.
2. Open WhatsApp Web on your desktop.
3. Pick a group chat or chat
4. Select the WAWCD icon, then select to schedule a message.
5. Enter your message, choose the date and time, then select Schedule

The message you send will be sent -- there is no manual clicking, no calls and no pressure.

Schedule WhatsApp Messages on the Business App

WhatsApp Business App does not have an official calendar feature; however, it does have:

• Greeting messages -Automatically greet new customers.
• Absent Messages -Let your contacts know that you'll be away.
• Quick Responses -Use the most common replies for quick responses.

Use these tools built in together with WAWCD for more advanced planning. This set-up gives you total control, from automating and completely customized messages to planning campaigns weeks ahead of time.

Schedule WhatsApp Messages Using WhatsApp Business API

To help businesses manage larger audience sizes, WhatsApp Business API offers the most advanced scheduling and automation features.

You can:

• Templates for scheduling messages (like confirmations of orders or reminders).
• Automate follow-up with customers.
• You can segment your audiences for specific marketing.

In order to make setting up easier, platforms such as WAWCD work seamlessly with the WhatsApp Business API - making it easier to automate everything from scheduling to analysis.

Benefits of Scheduling WhatsApp Messages

1. Time Efficiency and Productivity Gains

It's not necessary to keep track of each follow-up alert or reminder. Tools for automation, like WAWCD, can do the job for you.

2. Enhanced Customer Engagement

Make sure to send messages at times when your target audience is the most engaged, increasing responses and open rates.

3. Global Market Reach

International clients can schedule messages according to their local time and avoid being up all night.

4. Consistent Brand Communication

Make sure you maintain your brand's consistency and tone throughout all interactions

5. Privacy and Security Advantages

WAWCD is a program that runs on your system, which means the chats are confidential and safe.

6. Seamless Team Coordination

Team update, reminders for tasks or links to meetings ahead of time -- everything is completely automated!

Best Practices and Challenges for Scheduling WhatsApp Messages