Calls Not Triggering
This is the most common issue with Auto Call Scheduler. Android's battery management can prevent background apps from running, which stops your scheduled calls from firing.
Quick Checklist
Run through these steps in order. Most issues are resolved by step 1 or 2.
1. Check Battery Optimization
This is the #1 cause. Android may be killing the app in the background.
- Open your phone's Settings → Battery
- Find Auto Call Scheduler
- Set it to Unrestricted (or Don't optimize)
2. Check Device-Specific Settings
Many phone brands (Xiaomi, Samsung, Huawei, Oppo, Vivo) add extra battery restrictions beyond stock Android.
Open the hamburger menu → Device Guidance for instructions specific to your phone.
See Device Guidance and Device-Specific Issues for details.
3. Check Permissions
Make sure all required permissions are granted:
| Permission | How to Check |
|---|---|
| Phone | Settings → Apps → Auto Call Scheduler → Permissions → Phone: Allow |
| Exact Alarms | Settings → Apps → Auto Call Scheduler → Alarms & reminders: Allow |
| Display Over Other Apps | Settings → Apps → Auto Call Scheduler → Display over other apps: Allow |
| Notifications | Settings → Apps → Auto Call Scheduler → Notifications: On |
See Permissions Issues for step-by-step instructions.
4. Check the Schedule is Active
- Open the schedule list
- Make sure the schedule shows an active status (not passive or completed)
- Check that the scheduled date and time is in the future
- Tap the
Play button to reactivate if needed
5. Check Airplane Mode
If you have Respect Airplane Mode enabled in the schedule's Call Behavior settings and your phone is in airplane mode, the call will be skipped.
6. Check Call Conflict
If Call Conflict Protection is enabled and you were on another call at the scheduled time, the call may have been snoozed or skipped.
Test Your Setup
After making changes:
- Create a test schedule set 2–3 minutes in the future
- Close the app completely (swipe from recent apps)
- Wait for the scheduled time
- If the call triggers, your settings are correct
Still Not Working?
If none of the above resolves the issue:
- Open the hamburger menu → Support to contact support
- Include your phone model and Android version
- Mention which steps you've already tried