How to Send Birthday Wishes Automatically on iPhone (iMessage/SMS)

You can automatically send birthday messages on iPhone via iMessage or SMS by using a daily shortcut automation. It takes minutes to set up and can be reused forever.

Setup Overview

1. Add birthdays to your contacts in the Contacts app.
2. Install the Birthday Shortcut and select your preferred channel (iMessage/SMS).
3. Create a Shortcuts Automation to run daily at a set time.

That’s it. Each day, your iPhone will check if it’s someone’s birthday and send your pre-crafted birthday message—right on time.

Install the Birthday Shortcut now and never miss a birthday again.