With WPSMS, you’re not limited to sending messages instantly. Whether you’re planning a flash sale, sending appointment reminders, or running a long-term drip campaign, our Scheduled & Repeating Messages feature puts timing and control in your hands. Schedule one-time announcements or set up automatic recurring messages that go out daily, weekly, monthly — or any custom interval you choose. Everything is handled directly from your WordPress dashboard.
Key Features
Schedule SMS messages to be sent at a future date and time
Set up recurring messages based on fixed intervals
Send to a single contact, a segment, or your entire list
Supports dynamic shortcodes (like
{name}or{date}) for personalizationFully timezone-aware for accurate delivery across regions
Works with WooCommerce, form plugins, and custom triggers
Campaign overview and log to track sent and pending messages
Popular Use Cases
| Use Case | How It Helps |
|---|---|
| Flash Sales or Promo Alerts | Schedule in advance so you never miss the peak time |
| Birthday or Anniversary Messages | Automatically repeat yearly with personalized notes |
| Weekly Tips or SMS Newsletters | Stay top-of-mind without manual sending |
| Appointment Reminders | Send reminders 24h before appointments |
| Renewal Notices for Subscriptions | Notify users before expiration dates |
| Re-engagement Drip Campaigns | Nurture inactive users over time automatically |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I send messages at different times to different segments?
Yes. You can create multiple scheduled campaigns with different recipients and timings. - Is there a limit on how many scheduled messages I can set?
No. You can schedule as many future or repeating messages as your server and gateway allow. - What happens if my site goes offline at the scheduled time?
WPSMS uses WordPress’s cron system. For high-reliability messaging, we recommend using a real cron job and a reliable SMS gateway. - Can I cancel or edit a scheduled message?
Yes. You can modify, pause, or delete any pending or recurring message from your admin dashboard.