> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.apetopia.co/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Auto Messages

> Schedule recurring messages in your Discord channels automatically.

Auto Messages let you set up messages that the bot sends automatically on a schedule — no manual effort required. Use them for weekly reminders, recurring announcements, community rules refreshers, or any content you want posted on a regular basis.

<Card title="Open in Apetopia →" href="https://apetopia.co/dashboard/discord/auto-messages">
  Go directly to this feature in your dashboard.
</Card>

## What you can automate

* Weekly event reminders
* "Welcome to the week" posts
* Rule or guideline refreshers
* Scheduled promotional messages
* Regular calls to action ("Don't forget to invite a friend!")

## Creating an auto message

1. Go to **Community → Auto Messages**
2. Click **New Auto Message**
3. Select the target channel
4. Write your message content (supports Discord markdown)
5. Set the interval — choose how often the bot posts: every **1 hour**, **6 hours**, **12 hours**, **24 hours**, **48 hours**, or **1 week**
6. Click **Save**

The bot will start posting on schedule from that moment on.

## Managing existing messages

All your auto messages are listed in the dashboard. From there you can:

* **Pause** a message temporarily without deleting it
* **Edit** the content or schedule
* **Delete** it permanently

<Tip>
  Don't overdo it. One or two well-timed auto messages per week is usually enough. Too many automated posts can feel spammy and reduce engagement.
</Tip>