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New features in Later’s iOS app
We’ve released new updates to Later’s iOS app that make it easier than ever to schedule video content and collaborate on Instagram posts—all from your phone.
New in iOS 9.5:
- Tag Instagram collaborators on scheduled posts and reels
- Improved login experience for users with Instagram credentials
- Support for deprecated Instagram metrics
- Removal of the outdated “best describes you” questionnaire
These updates streamline mobile scheduling, enhance your creative control, and ensure your content looks exactly the way you want it to across platforms.
Update to the latest version of the Later app on iOS to access these new features.
Learn more →Plan it all, post it all—Stories included.
Scheduling Instagram Stories just got a major upgrade. You can now create and schedule Stories right from the post builder—alongside your feed posts and reels.
No more jumping between tools. Everything is now in one place, fully integrated into your calendar, making it easier than ever to plan your content and stay on track.
A smoother, faster workflow. A simpler way to stay consistent.
Instagram scheduling, fully streamlined.
Now live on Later for desktop for all users.
Learn more →DMs now live in social inbox.
Social inbox just launched in Later, giving you the power to reply to Instagram and Facebook DMs directly from your workspace. It’s fast, simple, and built to keep you connected without switching tools.
This is a major upgrade for brands looking to stay responsive and build stronger relationships. Now you can manage conversations alongside your content planning and publishing, all in one place.
What’s live in version one:
- Respond to Instagram and Facebook DMs in Later
- Clean, focused inbox designed for speed and clarity
What’s coming next:
- Facebook comments
- Instagram post view with comments, mentions, and tags
- TikTok comments
Social inbox is available on Growth plans and up. This is just the beginning—more channels, more context, and smarter tools are coming soon.
Learn more →Pick the perfect thumbnail right from your phone.
Video scheduling on iOS just leveled up. With the latest version of the Later app, you can now control how your content looks before anyone hits play.
Here’s what’s new in version 9.4:
- Choose a custom cover image for LinkedIn videos
- Select a specific frame for your TikTok video cover
- Schedule 90 second videos in Instagram carousels
This update makes mobile video scheduling faster, more polished, and a lot more flexible. Available now in the latest version of the Later app for iOS.
Learn more →No login, no friction. Just fast feedback.
Getting client feedback shouldn’t be a process. With our new external comment workflow, it no longer is.
You can now share a link to select posts in Later social so clients and stakeholders can review content and leave comments without ever logging in.
Here’s what’s new:
- Create a shareable review link directly from Later social
- Clients can view posts and leave feedback without an account
- Keep everything secure without giving access to your workspace
It is built for speed, simplicity, and peace of mind. Your clients get what they need, and you stay in control.
Available now on desktop for Agency and Enterprise plans, with Advanced plan rollout happening this week.
Learn more →Later Trials Just Got a Second Life
If you’ve ever wished for a second chance to try Later’s full feature set, this might be your moment.
We’ve quietly reopened trials for thousands of Later users who explored the platform once before. If that’s you, there’s now a fresh opportunity to experience everything that has changed since your first time around.
Later has come a long way. From streamlined content planning to upgraded collaboration tools and full support for Conversations across Instagram and TikTok, the platform is more powerful than ever. You’ll also get better in-trial support to help you get the most out of your experience.
So if things are feeling a bit familiar but better, you’re not imagining it. And if you’re seeing trial features again, well, lucky you.
Keep an eye out, explore what’s new, and make the most of it while it lasts.
YouTube Shorts on iOS (App Version 9.3)
You asked, we delivered. Starting today, the latest version of our iOS app rolled out with full support for YouTube Shorts. Now you can schedule Shorts up to 3 minutes long, complete with visibility settings, privacy options, tags, and more, right from your phone.
That’s not all. This release also packs in some powerful updates to make scheduling even smoother across your favourite platforms:
- Schedule TikTok photos in just a few taps
- Post longer TikTok videos (up to 3 minutes) straight from mobile
- Publish LinkedIn videos to personal profiles without missing a beat
The update is live now. Just head to the App Store to download the latest version and start scheduling. With YouTube Shorts and more now available on iOS, you’re all set to take your content even further.
Learn more →