Now you can schedule WhatsApp calls just like Zoom meetings: Here’s how

WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature that lets you schedule calls or meetings in advance. Here’s how it works.

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to plan their calls ahead of time. The option, called “Schedule Calls,” is available for both individual and group conversations, giving users the flexibility to arrange calls in advance directly through the platform.

How and Where to Find WhatsApp’s Schedule Call Feature

WhatsApp has introduced a new ‘Schedule Calls’ feature to let users plan group or personal calls directly in advance. (Pexels)

By MD Ijaj Khan

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The new feature is located under the calls tab, where users can select the “Schedule Call” option after tapping the plus (+) button. Once a call is scheduled, participants will automatically receive a notification before the call begins. This ensures invitees know when a call has been arranged, so there is no need for separate reminders.

Much like the meeting scheduling functions on Zoom, the WhatsApp feature brings the ability to set up calls that appear in advance. It can be used for one-on-one conversations as well as group discussions. The integration also includes an option to sync scheduled calls with Google Calendar, which lets users track and manage calls more easily.

How Users Can Benefit

With this addition, WhatsApp users can now avoid sending individual alerts to participants when arranging group calls. Friends, family, or colleagues can be invited directly from the scheduling interface. Once scheduled, calls are visible under the calls tab, and participants receive timely notifications. When someone joins through a shared link, users are also alerted.

WhatsApp explained that it has made changes to its interface to simplify call management. The company noted that the update is intended for both personal and professional purposes, whether for family discussions or work-related meetings.

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