Missing 'send later' option in iMessage on iPad

I have an iPad updated to iOS 26.3. I do not have the option to send later on the + sign on iMessaging. I do on my iPhone but not my iPad. How do I get it back?

iPad Air, iPadOS 26

Posted on Feb 26, 2026 3:46 AM

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Feb 27, 2026 9:11 PM in response to Crazylady57

Re: Missing 'send later' option in iMessage on iPad


Wondering if Apple support's online article (link below) can help:

The article gives the steps to follow ... you need to be online & use iMessage (wi-fi)

Note: You need to be in a conversation, or in a new conversation you've just started.

See how to: Schedule a text message on iPad to send later - Apple Support


If following the steps does not work for you:

You can send feedback to let Apple know:

Web-form for feedback: https://www.apple.com/feedback/messages-ios-ipados/

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