Best Times to Post TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels in 2025 (And How to Automate It)

You’ve created the perfect short-form video. But are you posting it at the right time?

In this guide, we’ll break down the best times to post on TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels in 2025, and show you how to automate your posting with ClipGoat to never miss a peak engagement window.

Best Times to Post on TikTok in 2025

Weekdays:

6 AM - 9 AM (Morning scroll).

7 PM - 10 PM (Evening chill time).

Weekends:

9 AM - 11 AM.

8 PM - 11 PM.

Tip: Test different times using ClipGoat's Scheduler.

Best Times to Post on YouTube Shorts in 2025

YouTube has global reach, but these windows work best for most creators:

Weekdays:

12 PM - 3 PM (Lunch break crowd).

6 PM - 9 PM (After work wind-down).

Weekends:

10 AM - 12 PM.

6 PM - 8 PM.

Tip: Schedule 1-2 Shorts daily during these windows for optimal reach.

Best Times to Post on Instagram Reels in 2025

Instagram’s audience is highly engaged during:

Weekdays:

9 AM - 11 AM.

1 PM - 3 PM.

Weekends:

11 AM - 1 PM.

7 PM - 9 PM.

Why Automating Your Posts is a Game-Changer

With ClipGoat, you can:

• Batch upload your videos.
• Set your optimal posting times for TikTok, Shorts, and Reels.
• Let ClipGoat post automatically, even while you sleep.

How to Automate Your Posting Schedule with ClipGoat

• Upload: Batch upload your short-form videos from ClipGoat.
• Schedule: Choose the best time slots for each platform (or let ClipGoat suggest).
• Optimize: Add captions, hashtags, and descriptions.
• Repeat: Keep refining your schedule for maximum growth.