How to Schedule Threads Posts
Threads has its own scheduler, and there are tools that add more. Here is how to use each, and which one fits how you post.
Posting on Threads every day is easier when you do not have to be at your phone at 9 a.m. every morning. Scheduling lets you write posts when it suits you and have them publish later.
There are two ways to do it: the scheduler built into Threads, and a scheduling tool. This guide walks through both so you can pick the one that fits.
The short answer
Built-in scheduler: free, and it handles original Threads posts up to 75 days ahead.
Scheduling tool: worth it once you want a calendar view, several networks in one place, or help drafting posts.
Method 1: Schedule a post in Threads
- 1. Start a new post: open Threads (the app or the website) and write your post as usual.
- 2. Open the menu: tap the three-dot menu at the top of the composer.
- 3. Choose Schedule: pick the date and time you want it to go out.
- 4. Confirm: the post is saved to your drafts folder with its scheduled time.
Menu positions can vary between app versions, so if you do not see the three-dot menu, look for a Schedule option near the composer's other controls.
To change or cancel a scheduled post, open your drafts folder. You can view, edit or delete it from there.
What the built-in scheduler covers
- You can schedule up to 75 days ahead.
- You can schedule more than one post per day.
- Only original posts can be scheduled. Replies cannot.
- Scheduled posts live in your drafts folder, not on a calendar.
- It only covers Threads. Your other networks need their own scheduling.
Method 2: Schedule with a scheduling tool
A scheduling tool connects to your Threads account and publishes for you. Using Sidecar as the example, the steps look like this:
- 1. Connect your account: sign in, choose Threads, and approve access through Threads' own login screen.
- 2. Create a post: pick the account, write the text or generate a draft with AI in your brand voice, and add images if you want them.
- 3. Choose a time: schedule it for a specific date and time, or add it to your queue.
- 4. Check the calendar: your queue shows scheduled posts by week or month, so you can see gaps at a glance.
Beyond the basics, the queue lets you set preferred posting times so open slots show on the calendar, edit or reschedule several posts at once, and pause the queue when you need a break. If a scheduled post fails to publish, you get a notification.
Which should you use?
The built-in scheduler is enough if
- You only post on Threads.
- You schedule a few posts at a time and are happy managing them from drafts.
A scheduling tool is worth it if
- You post on more than one network, such as Instagram, Bluesky or Mastodon.
- You want to see a week or month of posts on one calendar.
- You batch a lot of content, or want AI help with drafts.
- You want to look at which posts performed best afterwards.
When to schedule your posts
Scheduling only helps if the time is right. In Buffer's analysis of 2.5 million Threads posts, weekday mornings did best, with Thursday at 9 a.m. the strongest single slot. We break down the data in Best Time to Post on Threads in 2026.
Tips for scheduling without going on autopilot
- Batch once a week: write several posts in one sitting, then spread them across the week.
- Be around after a post goes live: replies in the first hour are worth answering quickly.
- Mix in unscheduled posts: react to news and conversations as they happen.
- Review the queue before big events: a cheerful post scheduled for the wrong moment can look tone-deaf.
- Keep hashtags light: Threads uses one topic tag per post. See how hashtags work on Threads.
Frequently asked questions
Can you schedule posts on Threads?
Yes. Threads has a built-in scheduler. Open the composer, choose Schedule from the three-dot menu, and pick a date and time. You can also use a third-party scheduling tool that connects to your Threads account.
How far ahead can you schedule Threads posts?
Up to 75 days in advance with the built-in scheduler, and you can schedule multiple posts per day.
Can you schedule replies on Threads?
No. Threads' built-in scheduler only schedules original posts, not replies.
Where do scheduled Threads posts go?
In Threads, scheduled posts are kept in your drafts folder, where you can view, edit or delete them. In a scheduling tool, they appear in the tool's own queue or calendar.
Is it safe to use a third-party scheduler for Threads?
Schedulers connect through the official Threads API after you authorize them, and they should never ask for your password. You can disconnect the account in the tool at any time. Check that a tool is clear about what it can access before you connect.
The bottom line
Start with the built-in scheduler. It is free and takes a minute to learn. When you want a calendar, more than one network, or help drafting, move to a scheduling tool.
Sources
Schedule your Threads posts with Sidecar
Sidecar schedules your posts across Threads, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, Mastodon, and Telegram, drafts posts with AI in your brand voice, and shows which posts perform best.