# How to schedule Instagram Reels for free

Source: https://ghostedit.ai/how-to-schedule-instagram-reels-for-free

> Two free ways to schedule Instagram Reels, from your phone or from a computer.

Guide · Updated October 29, 2026

**Short answer**

Instagram's app can schedule one reel at a time from the share screen. To schedule from a computer, or by asking Claude or ChatGPT, use a free scheduler like Ghostedit. It checks the reel first and posts on the minute.

- 3 steps
- About 4 minutes
- Free

**You need:** Instagram business or creator account · The finished reel

## Step by step

### Connect Instagram

Sign up free on Ghostedit and press Connect next to Instagram.

### Add the reel and a time

Upload it in Ghostedit or ask Claude or ChatGPT. It's checked first.

### Let it post

It goes out on the minute, with your caption and cover.

## Then try asking

- Schedule this reel for my best time.
- Put the link in the first comment.
- Show this week's Instagram posts.
- Move tomorrow's reel to 6pm.

## Questions

**Can Instagram schedule Reels itself?**
Yes, from the share screen, one at a time, on your phone.

**Why use a scheduler?**
To schedule from a computer, post to TikTok and YouTube too, or ask your AI to do it.

**Is it really free?**
Yes. 1 account per platform and 30 posts a month, no card.

**Can I schedule a trial reel?**
Yes. Ask for a trial reel.

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## Try it on your own account. [Start free](https://ghostedit.ai/connect)

Free for 1 account per platform · No card needed