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How to Send a Scheduled Message on Telegram

Tap through the steps below to see exactly how Telegram's scheduled message feature works.

  1. Open the chat you want to message

    Go into the individual or group chat where you want the scheduled message to be sent.

  2. Type your message

    Write out the message in the text box as you normally would, but don't tap send yet.

  3. Press and hold the send button

    Instead of tapping send, press and hold it to bring up the scheduling option.

  4. Choose the date and time to send

    Pick the exact date and time you want the message delivered, then confirm to schedule it.

  5. Edit or cancel before it sends

    You can open the scheduled message any time before it's due and edit the text or cancel it outright.

Handy for things you'd otherwise forget

A birthday message, a good-morning text, or a reminder you want delivered at a specific time β€” scheduling it in advance means it goes out exactly on time even if you forget about it later.

Works even if you close the app

Because the message is scheduled on Telegram's servers rather than stored only on your phone, it will still send at the right time even if you close the app, as long as your device reconnects around the scheduled time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the scheduled message send even if my phone is off?

Telegram processes scheduled messages through its servers, so it will typically deliver once your device reconnects around or after the scheduled time β€” but it can't send anything at the exact moment if your phone has no connection at all at that instant.

Can I schedule a message in a group chat too?

Yes β€” the same press-and-hold method works in both one-on-one chats and group chats.