How to setup a message reminder in WhatsApp: A step-by-step guide

Sumit007 Best of 2025

2025-12-01 13:35

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Whether it’s a work update, a reminder from a friend, or a crucial detail in a group conversation, many users often resort to starring messages, pinning chats, or even taking screenshots just to remember to follow up later. Recognizing this challenge, WhatsApp has introduced a new message reminder feature for iPhone users that makes staying organized much simpler. With this update, you can now set a time-based reminder directly on any message. Instead of relying on memory or external apps, WhatsApp itself will notify you when it’s time to revisit that conversation. This feature is especially useful for people juggling multiple chats, managing work communications, or simply trying to stay on top of personal commitments. By integrating reminders into the app, WhatsApp is positioning itself not just as a messaging platform, but as a productivity tool that helps users manage their digital lives more efficiently.

How to setup a message reminder in WhatsApp

🔸Open WhatsApp

Navigate to the conversation containing the message you want to be reminded about.

🔹Long-Press the Message

Tap and hold the message bubble until the options menu appears.

▫️Select “More…”

From the popup menu, tap More… to reveal additional options.

▫️Choose “Remind Me”

Tap Remind Me.

🔸Pick a Reminder Time Options include:

12 hours

18 hours

124 hours

Custom (set a specific time and date)

🔹Look for the Bell Icon

A small bell symbol will appear in the corner of the message bubble, confirming that a reminder has been set.

🔸Receive Notification

When the reminder triggers, you’ll get a WhatsApp notification. Depending on your preview settings, you may see the message content, the conversation it belongs to, and any attached media.

Source:timesofindia




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