Archive · 17 Sep 2025
WhatsApp Adds Message Reminder Feature for iPhone Users
WhatsApp has a new feature for iPhone users that helps you remember important messages.
You can set a reminder for any message, like a little alarm.
You can choose from a few options like 2 hours, 8 hours, or a day later, or you can set a specific time.
When the reminder goes off, you'll get a notification showing the message, the chat name and if there are any pictures or videos.
The best part is that your reminders are private and kept on your phone.
So you won't miss a thing, keeping your important conversations top of mind.
WhatsApp introduced message reminders for iPhone users.
Users can set reminders for individual messages within chats.
Reminders offer preset time intervals or custom dates and times.
Notifications display the message text, media, and chat name.
Reminders are stored locally for user privacy.
- Who
- iPhone users
- What
- New message reminder feature in WhatsApp
- When
- Available now (limited), wider rollout in the coming weeks
- Where
- WhatsApp application on iOS
- Why
- To help users track important messages and conversations
User Benefits
Privacy Concerns
Convenience
User Benefits
The new feature improves task management and helps users avoid missing important messages.
Privacy Concerns
User's have their message content accessed on their devices.
- Feature
- Message Reminders
- Platform
- iOS (iPhone)
- Functionality
- Schedule reminders for messages
- Customization
- Preset or custom reminder times
- Notification
- Includes message text, media preview, and chat name
- Privacy
- Reminders stored locally on the device
- Availability
- Limited iOS users, wider rollout expected