# How to Create a Posting Schedule in Buffer

> To create a posting schedule, first select your social media account in the Channels tab and click New Post. Enter your content, click the dropdown arrow next to Add to Queue, and select Schedule Post. Choose your custom date and time, then click Schedule to publish your posts automatically.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-a-posting-schedule-in-buffer/
Apps: Buffer
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a37bcab56e05a00fdd2c7/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Click on the “Channels” tab and choose the social media account where you want to post.
2. Click on "New Post."
3. Enter your text, hashtags, links, or mentions.
4. Click the dropdown arrow next to "Add to Queue" to reveal additional scheduling options.
5. Click “Schedule Post” to select a specific date and time.
6. Choose a custom date and time for your post to be published.
7. Click on "Schedule" to finalize your post.
8. Your posts will now be published automatically based on your custom schedule.