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WhatsApp has introduced a new feature for iPhone that lets users set reminder alerts for specific messages. The update is part of version 25.25.74, which rolled out earlier this week.
To use the feature, simply long-press a message in any chat and tap the new “Remind me” option. You can then choose preset options of 2 hours, 8 hours, or 24 hours, or set a custom duration. After the chosen time, WhatsApp will alert you with a notification.
This addition makes it easier to keep track of important details in busy conversations. It also ensures you never forget to respond to a message later. Once a reminder is set, a small bell icon appears in the corner of the message bubble.
Here’s how to set your first message reminder in WhatsApp:
- Open a WhatsApp chat and long-press the message you want to be reminded about.
- Tap More…! from the pop-up menu.
- Select Remind Me from the options.
- Choose 2 hours, 8 hours, 24 hours, or set a custom time and date for the reminder.
When the alert arrives, the notification may show the message content, the chat name, and a preview of attached media. This depends on your iPhone’s message preview settings.
Compared to starting a message or saving a screenshot, the reminder tool is more reliable and far easier to manage. It removes the guesswork of remembering to revisit a message later. Canceling a reminder is just as simple. Long-press the message with the bell icon, select More…, and then tap Cancel Reminder.
