# Auto Text - Schedule Messages

> Automatically send SMS & WhatsApp with scheduling, auto reply & bulk messaging.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hnib.smslater](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hnib.smslater)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.hnib.smslater`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Bizcraft Apps
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 3,142,161
- **Rating:** 4.46 / 5 (33,566 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.0.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-01
- **First published:** 2016-01-13
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 53 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hnib.smslater)
- **Website:** [https://bizcraftapps.com/autotext](https://bizcraftapps.com/autotext)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://bizcraftapps.com/autotext/privacy/](https://bizcraftapps.com/autotext/privacy/)

## Description

Stop worrying about timing. Auto Text lets you schedule and automatically send SMS and WhatsApp messages, create smart auto-replies, and deliver personalized bulk messages to multiple recipients. Schedule one-off or recurring messages, and import contacts from CSV or Excel with ease.

Across SMS, WhatsApp, WhatsApp Business, Messenger, Telegram, and more, Auto Text helps you save time and stay productive while keeping your data private on your device. Note: Uses Android Accessibility Services for automation (only for sending messages), and the app is not affiliated with WhatsApp or Messenger.

## Rankings

- #33,605 — Overall
- #95 — Communication (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CALL_LOG`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_SMS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_SMS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SEND_SMS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.hnib.smslater.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.huawei.permission.external_app_settings.USE_COMPONENT`
- `oppo.permission.OPPO_COMPONENT_SAFE`

## Review summary

Users praise Auto Text for flexible scheduling, reliability, time savings, ease of use, and good value. However, recurring issues after updates cause usability problems, and privacy/security concerns about data permissions are noted. Overall, the app is well-liked with room for improvement in update stability and permission handling.

### Pros

- Flexible scheduling that works per schedule
- Reliable and performs as advertised
- Saves time by automating repeated messages
- Excellent customer support and quick bug fixes
- Easy to use with good value for money (paid version)

### Cons

- Post-update bugs and stability issues that affect usability (e.g., recipient deletion after adding a message, app remaining on)
- Privacy/security concerns regarding data permissions and sensitive data (permissions requests, auto-unlock password masking)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hnib.smslater)