# How to schedule Mastodon posts

> Step by step: create a Mastodon access token, connect your instance and schedule a post in Repping.AI. Publishing is live.

To schedule a Mastodon post in Repping.AI, create an access token with the write:statuses scope on your instance, connect the instance URL and token, write the post and pick a time. Set the visibility, add a content warning, and add an optional first reply.

## How to schedule Mastodon posts

1. Create an access token with the write:statuses scope on your instance.
2. Connect the instance URL and token to Repping.AI.
3. Write the post, add up to 4 images or videos, and set the visibility and content warning.
4. Pick the date and time on the calendar.
5. Schedule the post, then check your instance after it publishes.

## Tips

### Use the exact instance URL

Enter the address of the instance that holds your account, not a different server you follow.

### Keep the token private

Treat the access token like a password and revoke it on your instance if you stop using the connection.

### Add content warnings where expected

Many Mastodon communities expect content warnings on some topics. Add the warning text in the composer before you schedule.

## FAQ

### Can I schedule Mastodon posts for free?

Create your page and use free tools. Free includes 3 lifetime posts and 10 lifetime AI credits. Creator adds full publishing and a monthly AI credit allowance.

### Does Mastodon have its own scheduling?

Yes. Mastodon's status API accepts scheduled_at, at least 5 minutes in the future. Repping.AI adds a shared calendar across your other networks.

### Does it work with my instance?

Connection uses your instance URL and an access token, so you point Repping.AI at the instance where your account lives.

### How is this different from the Mastodon scheduler page?

This guide is the step-by-step how-to. The Mastodon scheduler page covers the sourced API rules and what Repping.AI supports today.

Source: https://learn.repping.ai/schedule-mastodon-posts