How to schedule posts to Mastodon
Mastodon has no built-in scheduler, so every scheduled post goes through a third-party tool. Here's how, and which tools do it best.
Does Mastodon have native scheduling?
Mastodon's API supports scheduled posts, but most web clients expose no UI for it, so in practice creators rely on a third-party scheduler. Note the 500-char limit is the default — instances can change it.
Tools that schedule to Mastodon
Buffer
The long-standing, approachable scheduler with a usable free plan and broad newer-network support, including Bluesky and Mastodon.
Free plan available · from $6/mo
- Generous free plan
- Supports Bluesky + Mastodon natively
- Clean, beginner-friendly
- Per-channel pricing adds up
- Lighter on bulk/enterprise workflows
Pricing as of 2026-06-21 — confirm current plans on Buffer’s pricing page.
Publer
A feature-dense scheduler that punches above its price, with one of the most generous affiliate programs in the category.
Free plan available · from $12/mo
- Very broad network support
- Strong feature-to-price ratio
- Bulk + recycling tools
- UI density can overwhelm beginners
- Best value needs annual billing
Pricing as of 2026-06-21 — confirm current plans on Publer’s pricing page.
Fedica
An analytics-heavy scheduler that leaned into Fediverse and newer networks early, including Bluesky and Mastodon.
Free plan available · from $19/mo
- Early Bluesky + Mastodon support
- Deep audience analytics
- Smart best-time scheduling
- Smaller brand/community
- Analytics depth steepens the learning curve
Pricing as of 2026-06-21 — confirm current plans on Fedica’s pricing page.
Good to know before you schedule
- Mastodon’s post limit is 500 characters.
- Check a handle is free first with our Mastodon username checker.
- Compare the tools side by side in the scheduler guide.