Mastodon Scheduler

Mastodon Post Scheduler
For The Fediverse

Schedule toots across multiple Mastodon instances with Viraly's powerful fediverse scheduler. Support for thread replies, and federation features.

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🎉 Excited to announce that Viraly now supports Mastodon scheduling across the entire fediverse!

Schedule toots, manage multiple instances, and use all federation features and thread support.

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Mastodon content
Scheduled
+189% reach
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Plan Your Fediverse Content Strategy

Visualize your toots across multiple instances, track engagement, and optimize posting times

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Schedule to All Your Social Platforms

Manage Mastodon alongside all your social media from one dashboard

InstagramFacebookXYouTubeTikTokPinterestThreadsLinkedInMastodonBluesky
Team Collaboration

Collaborate on Fediverse Content

Work together to manage multiple Mastodon instances and create engaging federated content

Instance Teams

Assign team members to specific Mastodon instances with granular access controls

Thread Review

Review and approve thread replies before toots go live across the fediverse

Federation Planning

Coordinate cross-instance mentions and boosts for maximum federation reach

Content Editor

Mastodon-Optimized Content Creator

Create and edit content with support for large media files and accessibility features

Mastodon Content Editor
Mastodon content editor

500 chars

Thread Support
99MB Videos

Text Toots

500 character limit

Image Posts

Up to 16MB, 4 max

Video Posts

Up to 99MB

Enhanced Posting Features

  • Multi-toot thread replies with full media support
  • Rich emoji picker with hundreds of emojis
Smart Scheduling

Content Queues & Timezone Control

Schedule months of Mastodon content in minutes with smart queues and flexible timezone settings.

Smart Content Queues

Posting queues are preconfigured based on optimal posting times from historical data. Your content publishes automatically at the times that work best for engagement.

  • Schedule in the next available slot
  • Time slot optimization
  • Auto-fill gaps in schedule

Custom Timezones

Keep your schedule accurate across different regions. Each social set can have its own timezone, so posts always go live at the right local time.

  • Per-social set timezone settings
  • Automatic adjustment when timezones change
  • Consistent scheduling for global teams

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Toots in Queue

3 months

Content Scheduled

30 min

Saved Per Day

99%

Publishing Success

Schedule Every Type of Mastodon Content

From text toots to carousel posts, schedule all major Mastodon content types

Text Toots

Standard text posts

  • 500 characters per toot
  • Thread support
  • Mentions & hashtags
  • Rich text support

Image Posts

Photos with descriptions

  • Single image per post
  • Max 16MB per image
  • JPEG, PNG, WebP
  • Alt text support

Video Posts

Video content

  • Single video per post
  • Max 99MB file size
  • MP4 & MOV format
  • No duration limit

Carousel Posts

Multiple photos

  • 2-4 photos only
  • No videos in carousels
  • Swipeable gallery
  • Shared caption

Everything You Need for Fediverse Success

Professional tools designed for Mastodon and the federated web

Multi-Instance Support

Connect to any Mastodon server across the fediverse, manage multiple instances

Thread Conversations

Create unlimited thread replies with 500 characters per toot

Thread Replies

Create multi-toot threads with full media support in each reply

Federation Features

Cross-instance mentions, boosts, and server-specific hashtags

Instance Analytics

Track boosts, favourites, replies across different servers

OAuth Security

Secure OAuth 2.0 authentication per instance

Complete Guide

Complete Guide to Mastodon Post Scheduling

Master Mastodon scheduling: Build your federated social presence across the Fediverse

Can You Schedule Mastodon Posts?

Yes, you can schedule Mastodon posts (called toots) using third-party tools like Viraly. While Mastodon's decentralized nature means each instance has different features, Viraly's Mastodon scheduler works across all instances. Schedule Mastodon toots up to 18 months in advance, ensuring consistent presence across the Fediverse while respecting each instance's unique culture.

Our Mastodon post scheduler supports all content types including text toots, media posts, and thread replies. Whether you're on mastodon.social, fosstodon.org, or running your own instance, Viraly helps you maintain an active presence across multiple Mastodon servers simultaneously. The scheduler respects instance-specific character limits and media restrictions.

How to Schedule Mastodon Toots: Complete Tutorial

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Connect Your Mastodon Instance

Link your Mastodon account by entering your instance URL (e.g., mastodon.social, fosstodon.org). Authenticate via OAuth for secure access. Viraly supports up to 50 accounts across different instances on our Agency plan.

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Compose Your Toot

Write your toot respecting your instance's character limit (usually 500, but some allow more). Schedule Mastodon posts with up to 4 images, videos, or audio files. Add alt text for accessibility - a core Mastodon value.

3

Create Thread Replies

Build multi-toot threads where each reply supports full media. Perfect for detailed stories and long-form content - each toot can have images, videos, or carousels. Set post language for proper federation.

4

Add Hashtags and Mentions

Include hashtags for discoverability (crucial on Mastodon). Mention users with @username@instance.domain format. Schedule Mastodon toots with proper federation tags for cross-instance reach.

5

Schedule Publishing Time

Select when to post based on your instance's active hours. Viraly analyzes Fediverse activity patterns across time zones. Toots are published via the Mastodon API at the scheduled time.

Mastodon Content Types You Can Schedule with Viraly

Text Toots

Schedule text posts with instance-specific character limits. Perfect for thoughts, discussions, and updates.

  • • 500-5000+ characters
  • • Mentions & hashtags
  • • Rich text support
  • • Thread replies

Media Posts

Schedule toots with images, videos, or audio. Accessibility-focused with required alt text.

  • • Up to 4 media files
  • • Alt text required
  • • Sensitive media flag
  • • Various formats supported

Boosts & Replies

Schedule boosts (retoots) and replies. Perfect for sharing content and maintaining conversations.

  • • Scheduled boosts
  • • Thread replies
  • • Quote boosts
  • • Cross-instance sharing

Best Times to Post on Mastodon for Maximum Reach

Mastodon posting times vary by instance and community. Unlike centralized platforms, each Mastodon instance has its own peak activity hours based on its users' time zones and interests. Viraly's Mastodon scheduler uses historical patterns from overall Mastodon network activity and the broader Fediverse activity to suggest optimal posting times.

🌍 General Fediverse Times

  • Every day: 7 AM-12 PM, 12-6 PM

🎯 Instance-Specific Times

  • All content types: 7 AM-12 PM, 12-6 PM
  • Peak engagement: Same time slots daily
  • Consistent results: All days treated equally
Mastodon Federation Tips:

Schedule Mastodon posts with federation delays in mind. Content takes time to propagate across instances. Post important content when both your instance and federated instances are active for maximum reach.

Mastodon Scheduler Comparison: Viraly vs Alternatives

Feature
ViralyBEST
Native MastodonOther Tools
Schedule tootsSome instancesLimited
Multi-instance support
Thread repliesSome
Alt text enforcement
Custom character limits
Analytics & insightsAdvancedBasicNone
PriceFrom $19/moFreeVaries

Advanced Mastodon Scheduling Strategies with Viraly

The Fediverse Community Strategy

Schedule Mastodon posts strategically to build presence across the Fediverse. Mastodon's federated nature and strong community values create unique opportunities for authentic engagement. Viraly's Mastodon scheduler helps you navigate different instance cultures while maintaining consistent presence across multiple servers.

🌐 Instance Strategy

Tailor content for each instance's culture and rules while maintaining your voice

🏷️ Hashtag Discovery

Use hashtags strategically - they're the primary discovery method on Mastodon

⚡ Federation Timing

Schedule for peak federation times when multiple instances are active

Pro Tips for Mastodon Scheduling Success:
  • • Respect instance culture - Each server has unique norms; schedule content that fits each community
  • • Create thoughtful threads - Use thread replies to share longer stories and detailed content
  • • Alt text is mandatory - Never schedule images without descriptions; it's core Mastodon etiquette
  • • Schedule introductions - Use #introduction hashtag when joining new instances
  • • Create instance-specific content - Not all content works across instances; tailor for each community
  • • Engage authentically - Schedule conversation starters, not just broadcasts
  • • Support the Fediverse - Schedule posts promoting other Fediverse projects and instances
Multi-Instance Management

Schedule across multiple Mastodon instances simultaneously. Many users maintain presence on several servers (general, professional, hobby-specific). Viraly lets you schedule the same content with instance-specific variations, respecting each community's character limits and cultural norms.

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Everything you need to know about Viraly's Mastodon scheduler

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