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How to Schedule Instagram Posts and Reels
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Answer
Professional Instagram accounts can schedule posts and Reels in the mobile app. Create the content, set its date and time under More options or Advanced settings, then manage it from Scheduled content.
Confirm the account is professional
Instagram's in-app scheduling is for professional accounts. Check the account type before creating the post and understand that professional accounts cannot be private.
Create a post or Reel
In the Instagram mobile app, tap Create, choose Post or Reel, select media you are entitled to publish, and complete the normal editing screen.
Add the publishing details
Write the caption, add an appropriate location or accessibility details, and review the final crop, cover, audio, and audience settings before scheduling.
Open the scheduling control
On the final sharing screen, open More options or Advanced settings, then select Schedule this post or Schedule this reel.
Choose the date and time
Select a date and time within Instagram's supported window, currently up to 75 days ahead according to its help guidance. Confirm the account's timezone before saving.
Return and schedule
Tap Done or the back control to return to the sharing screen, then tap Schedule. Wait for Instagram to confirm the content was added to Scheduled content.
Manage scheduled content
Open your profile menu and Scheduled content to view, reschedule, share immediately, or delete a queued item. Review it again if circumstances, rights, links, or campaign details change.
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If it does not work
- Instagram documents limits including up to 25 scheduled pieces per day; scheduling can also be unavailable for features such as product tags, collaborations, sponsored posts, and fundraisers.
- If the schedule control is missing, confirm the mobile app is current and the account is professional before recreating the post.
Sources and verification
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