How to Schedule Posts in Facebook Groups (2026 Guide)
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With over 1.8 billion people using Facebook Groups monthly, maintaining an active posting schedule is essential for keeping your group engaged. Facebook allows Group admins and moderators to schedule posts directly within Groups. Here's how to do it.
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Admins and moderators: Can schedule posts natively in Facebook Groups (desktop and mobile).
Regular members: Cannot schedule posts — only admins/mods have this feature.
Third-party tools: Cannot auto-publish to Groups (Meta removed the Groups API in 2024). Tools can only send you a reminder to post manually.
How to Schedule a Facebook Group Post (Desktop)
- Open your Facebook Group
- Click Write something... to create a post
- Write your content, add images/videos
- Click the clock icon (schedule button) next to Post
- Select the date and time you want to publish
- Click Schedule
Your post will automatically publish at the scheduled time.
How to Schedule a Facebook Group Post (Mobile)
- Open the Facebook app and go to your Group
- Tap Write something... to create a post
- Add your content
- Tap the three dots (more options)
- Select Schedule post
- Choose your date and time
- Tap Schedule
Scheduling Limits
- Minimum: 20 minutes from now
- Maximum: 29 days in advance
- Who can schedule: Admins and moderators only
Where to Find Scheduled Posts
On desktop:
- Go to your Group
- Click Admin Tools (left sidebar)
- Select Scheduled Posts
On mobile:
- Go to your Group
- Tap the shield icon (Admin Tools)
- Tap Scheduled Posts
From here you can edit, reschedule, or delete scheduled posts.
Can Third-Party Tools Schedule to Facebook Groups?
No — not anymore.
In 2024, Meta discontinued the Facebook Groups API. This means third-party scheduling tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, Later, etc.) can no longer auto-publish directly to Facebook Groups.
What they can do instead:
- Send you a push notification when it's time to post
- Prepare your content in advance
- You manually copy/paste or tap to publish
This is called "notification-based posting" — the tool reminds you, but you have to do the final step yourself.
Scheduling with Meta Business Suite
For complete Page scheduling options beyond Groups, see our Facebook post scheduler guide.
If your Facebook Group is linked to a Facebook Page, you can use Meta Business Suite:
- Go to business.facebook.com
- Select Planner or Content
- Create your post
- Select both your Page and linked Group as destinations
- Schedule the post
Limitation: Only works if your Group is connected to a Page you manage.
Best Practices for Group Scheduling
Optimal posting times:
- Weekdays between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. generally see the highest activity
- Early morning (7-9 a.m.) and mid-morning (10 a.m.) often perform well
- Check your specific Group Insights to see when your members are most active
- Your audience will determine the ideal times — test and measure
Content timing:
- Schedule posts when members are most active (check Group Insights)
- Avoid posting multiple times per day unless engagement supports it
- Space out scheduled content to avoid flooding the feed
Content mix:
- Discussion starters / questions
- Valuable tips or information
- Behind-the-scenes content
- Member spotlights or user-generated content
Engagement:
- Be available to respond to comments after posts go live
- Scheduled posts work best when you're still active in the Group
- Your posting rhythm directly influences how often your Group shows up in members' feeds
Frequently Asked Questions
Can regular group members schedule posts?
No. Only admins and moderators can schedule posts in Facebook Groups.
Why can't Buffer/Hootsuite post to my Group?
Meta removed the Facebook Groups API in 2024. Third-party tools can no longer auto-publish to Groups. They can only send you reminders to post manually.
How far in advance can I schedule a Group post?
Up to 29 days in advance. The minimum is 20 minutes from the current time.
Can I schedule posts in Groups I don't admin?
No. You must be an admin or moderator of the Group to access scheduling.
Does scheduling work differently for public vs. private Groups?
No. The scheduling feature works the same for both public and private Groups, as long as you have admin/mod permissions.
Summary
- Admins/mods: Use Facebook's native scheduler (desktop or mobile)
- Scheduling window: 20 minutes to 29 days ahead
- Third-party tools: Cannot auto-post to Groups (API removed 2024)
- Business Suite: Works only if Group is linked to a Page
For managing multiple Groups efficiently, use Facebook's native tools and consider batching your content creation sessions. Want a broader strategy? See our Facebook Group marketing strategy guide for growing engagement and community.
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